Schools & Kids
Sunday, July 19, 2026 · Camden
Law Professor Discusses Supreme Court's Final Term Decisions
Law professor Kim Wehle offered insights into the U.S. Supreme Court's concluding decisions for its current term. She discussed these rulings with NPR's Michel Martin.
Los Angeles schools limit student screen time in expanding national shift
The Los Angeles Unified School District imposed new restrictions on screen time for its 400,000 students, marking the latest move by a major school system to reduce classroom technology. The policy reflects a broader effort by districts nationwide to reconsider how and when students use digital devices.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Student Loan Repayment Rules Shift Starting Wednesday
Student loan borrowers will encounter altered repayment requirements and fewer income-driven repayment programs starting Wednesday. The changes also expand the maximum amounts borrowers can take out.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Federal Student Loan System Undergoes Restructuring Starting July 1
The federal student loan system will shift starting July 1, altering repayment structures and borrowing limits for millions of Americans. Some borrowers face higher monthly payments while others encounter new caps on loan amounts and modified forgiveness pathways.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Federal Student Loan Borrowers to Receive Interest Rate Discount for Auto-Pay Enrollment
The Trump administration is offering a 1 percentage point interest rate discount to federal student loan borrowers who enroll in automatic payments. The incentive takes effect July 1 as federal student loan debt reaches $2 trillion.
Sunday, July 19, 2026