U.S. dodges default crisis – for now – as Senate votes to extend borrowing

The 50-48 vote in support of the bill to raise the government's debt ceiling by nearly a half-trillion dollars brought instant relief, but it provides only a reprieve.

House races to vote on government funding, debt as Republicans dig in to oppose

Once a routine matter, now Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is refusing to provide Republican votes, even though he also relied on Democratic votes help raise the debt ceiling when his party had the majority.

Capital One cuts card limits amid U.S. jobless-aid impasse

Some customers have complained their limits have been slashed by a third to two-thirds, eroding their ability to borrow in an emergency or potentially hurting their credit scores.

Virus contributes to outbreak of consumer debt in Maine

With jobs lost and bills piling up, many Mainers face mounting household debt triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Maine law to protect abuse survivors’ finances is illegal, credit agencies say in lawsuit

The agencies also challenge a new state law that limits the reporting of medical debt.

Lawmakers weigh state borrowing to help college grads pay off loans

One proposal would use $250 million in bonds to forgive up to $10,000 in student loans for college graduates who agree to live and work in the state for at least five years.

Legislators eye measure to protect IRAs from creditors

Lewiston charter commission candidates weigh in on consolidation

Maine GOP says ethics panel’s website falsely creates impression of debt

West Paris nursing home owes $22,000 in back taxes