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Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says

Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says

Associated Press The Education Department will begin collection next month on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers, officials said Monday.

Elon Musk defends DOGE as President Trump orders agencies to comply with cuts

Elon Musk defends DOGE as President Trump orders agencies to comply with cuts

CBS News Standing beside President Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday, Elon Musk defended the Department of Government Efficiency's efforts to drastically cut spending and dismiss workers across the federal government, insisting that Americans voted for major change and the Trump administration is delivering.

Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost

Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost

Associated Press President Donald Trump says he has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of producing the one-cent coin.

Elon Musk's access to Treasury's payment system is raising alarms. Here's what to know.

Elon Musk's access to Treasury's payment system is raising alarms. Here's what to know.

CBS News Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gaining control of the Treasury Department's payment system has raised alarms among consumer advocates and lawmakers about potential risks to sensitive taxpayer data and the stability of federal programs like Social Security.

USAID staffers told to stay out of Washington headquarters after Musk said Trump agreed to close it

USAID staffers told to stay out of Washington headquarters after Musk said Trump agreed to close it

Associated Press USAID staffers were locked out of their systems and told to stay home Monday after Elon Musk announced that President Trump had agreed to shut down the agency, sparking protests from Democratic lawmakers who argue the move lacks constitutional authority.

Tulsa-Based Vast Bank Operates With Increased Oversight Following Regulators Concerns On Cryptocurrency

Tulsa-Based Vast Bank Operates With Increased Oversight Following Regulators Concerns On Cryptocurrency

Emory Bryan Tulsa-based Vast Bank agreed to a consent order that requires the bank to bolster internal controls with more reporting to the government. The order stops further action by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to influence operations.

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President Biden Celebrates Passage Of Debt Ceiling Bill With A Round Of Golf

President Biden Celebrates Passage Of Debt Ceiling Bill With A Round Of Golf

News On 6 Today marks the day the Treasury Department said the US would run out of cash to pay its debts, unless Congress passed a bill to raise the debt ceiling.

President Biden Celebrates Passage Of Debt Ceiling Bill With A Round Of Golf

President Biden Celebrates Passage Of Debt Ceiling Bill With A Round Of Golf

News On 6 Today marks the day the Treasury Department said the US would run out of cash to pay its debts, unless Congress passed a bill to raise the debt ceiling.

Debt Limit Talks Stall As Republicans ‘Press Pause,’ Criticize White House

Debt Limit Talks Stall As Republicans ‘Press Pause,’ Criticize White House

Associated Press A top debt ceiling negotiator for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Friday it’s time to “press pause” on talks as negotiations with the White House came to an abrupt standstill at the Capitol.

Debt Limit Talks Stall As Republicans ‘Press Pause,’ Criticize White House

Debt Limit Talks Stall As Republicans ‘Press Pause,’ Criticize White House

Associated Press A top debt ceiling negotiator for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Friday it’s time to “press pause” on talks as negotiations with the White House came to an abrupt standstill at the Capitol.

Biden, Congressional Leaders Likely To Meet Tuesday For Talks On Raising The Debt Limit

Biden, Congressional Leaders Likely To Meet Tuesday For Talks On Raising The Debt Limit

Associated Press President Joe Biden and congressional leaders will likely resume talks on Tuesday at the White House over the debt limit as the nation continues to edge closer to its legal borrowing authority with no agreement in sight.

Biden, Congressional Leaders Likely To Meet Tuesday For Talks On Raising The Debt Limit

Biden, Congressional Leaders Likely To Meet Tuesday For Talks On Raising The Debt Limit

Associated Press President Joe Biden and congressional leaders will likely resume talks on Tuesday at the White House over the debt limit as the nation continues to edge closer to its legal borrowing authority with no agreement in sight.

What The Government Being Unable To Pay The Bills Could Mean For The US Economy

What The Government Being Unable To Pay The Bills Could Mean For The US Economy

CBS News As President Joe Biden and congressional leaders are in a high-stakes standoff over the debt limit, experts warn it would be catastrophic if leaders do not reach an agreement in time – and launch the economy into chaos.

What The Government Being Unable To Pay The Bills Could Mean For The US Economy

What The Government Being Unable To Pay The Bills Could Mean For The US Economy

CBS News As President Joe Biden and congressional leaders are in a high-stakes standoff over the debt limit, experts warn it would be catastrophic if leaders do not reach an agreement in time – and launch the economy into chaos.

Debt Limit 'X-Date' Could Arrive Within Weeks, New Analysis Finds

Debt Limit 'X-Date' Could Arrive Within Weeks, New Analysis Finds

CBS News The U.S. could be weeks away from being unable to pay its bills, according to a new estimate by the Bipartisan Policy Center.

Debt Limit 'X-Date' Could Arrive Within Weeks, New Analysis Finds

Debt Limit 'X-Date' Could Arrive Within Weeks, New Analysis Finds

CBS News The U.S. could be weeks away from being unable to pay its bills, according to a new estimate by the Bipartisan Policy Center.

Yellen: 'No Good Options' If Congress Fails To Act On Debt

Yellen: 'No Good Options' If Congress Fails To Act On Debt

Associated Press Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Sunday that there are “no good options” for the United States to avoid an economic “calamity” if Congress fails to raise the nation’s borrowing limit of $31.381 trillion in the coming weeks. She did not rule out President Joe Biden bypassing lawmakers and acting on his own to try to avert a first-ever federal default.

Yellen: 'No Good Options' If Congress Fails To Act On Debt

Yellen: 'No Good Options' If Congress Fails To Act On Debt

Associated Press Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Sunday that there are “no good options” for the United States to avoid an economic “calamity” if Congress fails to raise the nation’s borrowing limit of $31.381 trillion in the coming weeks. She did not rule out President Joe Biden bypassing lawmakers and acting on his own to try to avert a first-ever federal default.

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Yellen Warns US Could Default On Debt As Early As June 1

Yellen Warns US Could Default On Debt As Early As June 1

CBS News Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Monday the U.S. government might not be able to pay its bills as early as June 1 if Congress does not raise or suspend the debt limit.

Yellen Warns US Could Default On Debt As Early As June 1

Yellen Warns US Could Default On Debt As Early As June 1

CBS News Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Monday the U.S. government might not be able to pay its bills as early as June 1 if Congress does not raise or suspend the debt limit.

Troubled First Republic Bank Seized By Regulators, Then Sold To JPMorgan Chase

Troubled First Republic Bank Seized By Regulators, Then Sold To JPMorgan Chase

CBS News Regulators seized control of First Republic Bank early Monday, making it the third financial institution taken under government control this year, then promptly accepted a bid from JPMorgan Chase for all of First Republic's assets, a California agency said.

Troubled First Republic Bank Seized By Regulators, Then Sold To JPMorgan Chase

Troubled First Republic Bank Seized By Regulators, Then Sold To JPMorgan Chase

CBS News Regulators seized control of First Republic Bank early Monday, making it the third financial institution taken under government control this year, then promptly accepted a bid from JPMorgan Chase for all of First Republic's assets, a California agency said.

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

CBS News House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pledged on Monday to pass legislation to raise the nation's debt ceiling — but on condition of capping future federal spending at 1% — as he lashed out at President Biden for refusing to engage in budget-cutting negotiations to prevent a debt crisis.

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

CBS News House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pledged on Monday to pass legislation to raise the nation's debt ceiling — but on condition of capping future federal spending at 1% — as he lashed out at President Biden for refusing to engage in budget-cutting negotiations to prevent a debt crisis.

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

CBS News House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pledged on Monday to pass legislation to raise the nation's debt ceiling — but on condition of capping future federal spending at 1% — as he lashed out at President Biden for refusing to engage in budget-cutting negotiations to prevent a debt crisis.

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

McCarthy Says House Will Take Up Bill To Raise Debt Ceiling With Spending Cuts

CBS News House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pledged on Monday to pass legislation to raise the nation's debt ceiling — but on condition of capping future federal spending at 1% — as he lashed out at President Biden for refusing to engage in budget-cutting negotiations to prevent a debt crisis.

EPA To Propose Car Pollution Limits That Would Require Major Increase In EV Sales

EPA To Propose Car Pollution Limits That Would Require Major Increase In EV Sales

CBS News The Biden administration will propose strict new automobile pollution limits this week that would require at least 54% of new vehicles sold in the U.S. to be electric by 2030 and as many as two of every three by 2032, according to industry and environmental officials briefed on the plan.

EPA To Propose Car Pollution Limits That Would Require Major Increase In EV Sales

EPA To Propose Car Pollution Limits That Would Require Major Increase In EV Sales

CBS News The Biden administration will propose strict new automobile pollution limits this week that would require at least 54% of new vehicles sold in the U.S. to be electric by 2030 and as many as two of every three by 2032, according to industry and environmental officials briefed on the plan.

IRS Pledges More Audits Of Wealthy, Better Customer Service

IRS Pledges More Audits Of Wealthy, Better Customer Service

Associated Press The IRS released details Thursday on how it plans to use an infusion of $80 billion for improved operations.

IRS Pledges More Audits Of Wealthy, Better Customer Service

IRS Pledges More Audits Of Wealthy, Better Customer Service

Associated Press The IRS released details Thursday on how it plans to use an infusion of $80 billion for improved operations.

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A pleasant Monday before rain and thunder return this week

A pleasant Monday before rain and thunder return this week

News On 6 Showers and storm chances return to Oklahoma this week, with the potential for heavy rainfall Tuesday through Thursday before conditions improve. A dry and mild weekend is expected as high pressure builds back in, bringing pleasant weather across the region.

A pleasant Monday before rain and thunder return this week

A pleasant Monday before rain and thunder return this week

News On 6 Showers and storm chances return to Oklahoma this week, with the potential for heavy rainfall Tuesday through Thursday before conditions improve. A dry and mild weekend is expected as high pressure builds back in, bringing pleasant weather across the region.

Play the Percentages

Play the Percentages

News 9 The Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz play the percentages. See who takes the win this week.

Play the Percentages

Play the Percentages

News 9 The Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz play the percentages. See who takes the win this week.

OU, OSU Softball overview

OU, OSU Softball overview

News 9 The Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz hosts talk about the biggest college softball teams in the state.

OU, OSU Softball overview

OU, OSU Softball overview

News 9 The Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz hosts talk about the biggest college softball teams in the state.

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A pleasant Monday before rain and thunder return this week

A pleasant Monday before rain and thunder return this week

News On 6 Showers and storm chances return to Oklahoma this week, with the potential for heavy rainfall Tuesday through Thursday before conditions improve. A dry and mild weekend is expected as high pressure builds back in, bringing pleasant weather across the region.

Play the Percentages

Play the Percentages

News 9 The Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz play the percentages. See who takes the win this week.

OU, OSU Softball overview

OU, OSU Softball overview

News 9 The Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz hosts talk about the biggest college softball teams in the state.

Toby's top 3

News 9 Toby Rowland discusses his top 3 sports moments for the week.

Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz: May 4

Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz: May 4

News 9 This week on the Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz, Dean Blevins, John Holcomb and Toby Rowland begin the show with their opening takes.

OKC Thunder vs Nuggets Game 1 preview: How to watch, history, injury news, last meeting, odds

OKC Thunder vs Nuggets Game 1 preview: How to watch, history, injury news, last meeting, odds

News 9 The season series between OKC and Denver was tied 2-2

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