The programs support economic development, workforce needs, and technology access in rural communities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development announced that applications are open for Rural Business…
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FCC Plans Auction for FM Radio Construction Permits
Auction of over 100 radio construction permits to take place in early 2027. The Federal Communications Commission announced a plan to auction FM radio permits beginning in February…
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Transportation Department Opens $3B Bridge Grant Program
Federal funding initiative supports bridge repairs, rehabilitation, and planning projects nationwide. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that $3 billion would be made available through the Federal Highway…
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Interior Task Force Addresses Violent Crime in Tribal Communities
The new initiative focuses on law enforcement coordination, missing persons cases, and crime prevention in Indian Country. The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced the creation of a…
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Federal Jury Convicts Man For Running Chinese Police Station in NYC
The Justice Department charged 2 men as foreign agents operating the outpost at the direction of China’s Ministry of Public Security. A U.S. citizen had been convicted by…
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EPA Launches Initiative to Address PFAS in Drinking Water
PFAS OUT is a cooperative effort to help communities comply with federal drinking water standards in the years to come. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Assistant Administrator for Water…
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FTA Invests in U.S. Ferry Infrastructure
Applications are open to companies interested in helping to expand water-based infrastructure. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) will invest $657…
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EPA Opens Grant Funding for Rural Community Water Management
The funding is to provide training and technical assistance for small water systems and private wells. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $30 million in grant funding…
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Security Incident at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A Secret Service agent was injured, but all guests were safely evacuated Late Saturday evening, President Donald Trump and other government leaders were safely evacuated from the White…
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FHWA Invests in Rural Bridge Rebuilding Projects
The funding supports the repair and replacement of 119 bridges across multiple states. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently announced nearly $408 million in funding to support bridge…
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