Palash Ghosh

Alexandria, Va. — NCUA announced that it has translated parts of the agency's public website into Spanish to "provide critical financial information" to consumers with "limited English proficiency."

Credit unions across the Great Plains are largely reporting business as usual in the wake of a massive storm packing more than 50 tornadoes, but the worst may not be over yet.

BIG SPRING, Texas — Cosden Federal Credit Union, a $37 million institution, named Laurie Barraza as its new president and CEO, effective June 1, 2015.

Charlotte, N.C. — Virtual StrongBox, Inc., said it has received a patent for its secure storage system and file encryption method for safeguarding data at rest — in response to the "growing epidemic" of data breaches.

When was the last time you heard an American presidential candidate even mention credit unions during one of his or her campaign speeches or public appearances?

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — As part of NCUA's efforts to increase access to secondary capital for low-income credit unions and to provide appropriate regulatory relief to all credit unions, the agency has unveiled a Secondary Capital Working Group webpage.

The National Federation of Community Development Credit Unions (Federation) and the Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners (NTFP) have launched a new initiative called "Pathways to Financial Empowerment."

In light of the NFL's recent decision to voluntarily give up its tax-exempt status, CU Journal asks whether credit unions might ever be willing to do the same.

It's not just about the new name and brand. Vibrant CU, previously named DHCU, has embarked on a full-scale culture change, as well, seeking to create an enhanced member experience that will lead to deeper relationships that are more profitable for the member and CU alike.

Ten credit unions were honored for excellence in human resources and training by the CUNA HR/TD Council.

ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — United Federal Credit Union announced Friday its president/CEO as well as the $1.8 billion institution's board chairman are retiring.

BISMARCK, N.D.—CU Social Good, which was launched by the Credit Union Association of the Dakotas (CUAD) in 2013, announced it has entered into partnerships with six credit union leagues representing nine states nationwide to collect stories about what good works these organizations are doing.

MADISON, Wis. — In the wake of the devastating 7.9-magnitude earthquake that struck the poor Himalayan nation of Nepal over the weekend, the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) is gearing up a fundraising campaign to aid credit unions in the region.

BALTIMORE — Three branches of the Municipal Employees Credit Union of Baltimore (MECU) closed Tuesday in the wake of rioting following the funeral of young black man who died mysteriously while in police custody.

Jacksonville, Fla. — 121 Financial Credit Union has named Bruce Fafard as its new President and CEO, succeeding Bill Braddock, who had served as CEO of the $500 million CU for 28 years.

ST. PAUL, Minn. — City & County Credit Union has launched a new website designed to "enhance" its members' online experience. The $419 million CU said the new website was built "with responsive design" and features "intuitive navigation and a visually appealing design."

In tandem with Apple Inc.’s release of its Apple Watch wearable device on Friday, at least two credit unions have already introduced apps for the Apple Watch product.

Raleigh, N.C. — State Employees CU's foundation has teamed up with local universities to roll out a pilot paid internship program that could eventually be expanded statewide.

WASHINGTON, Pa. — With new leadership, a new culture and a new approach, Washington Community Federal Credit Union is shining up its image with a new name: Chrome Federal Credit Union.

MOLINE, ILL. — Dennis Hall, president and CEO of IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union, announced that he is retiring.