The Smokehouse Creek Fire is the largest fire on record for the state of Texas. The Texas Panhandle has experienced raging wildfires since Monday afternoon. The Smokehouse Creek…
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Senators Introduce Bill to End ‘Swatting’
The legislation is intended to curb the false reporting of emergencies to send law enforcement to someone’s home. Senators Rick Scott of Florida, Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, and…
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White House “Swatted” with False Fire Call
Anonymous call falsely mobilizes law enforcement, which is a growing trend. The White House became the latest victim of the increasing practice of “swatting” on Monday when an…
Read MoreVehicle Crashes into White House Gate
Investigation continues after one arrest. The Secret Service confirmed a vehicle drove into an exterior gate of the White House during rush hour on Monday, colliding with the…
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FAA Orders Boeing Max 9 Grounding After Panel Blows Off Mid-Flight
Alaska Airlines flight experienced rapid depressurization after take-off from Portland, Oregon. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered the temporary grounding of the 737 Boeing Max 9 after a…
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President and First Lady Meet with Maine Shooting Survivors and Families
A veteran with mental health issues killed 18 before taking his own life. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden traveled to Lewiston, Maine, on Friday to…
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DOT Awards Grants Under Railroad Crossing Elimination Program
$570 million will go toward updating 400 railroad crossings in 32 states. The Department of Transportation announced the distribution of the Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program, awarding $570…
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FBI Collaborating to Solve Dallas Ransomware Incident
Website hack knocks courts and emergency services offline. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been working with the city of Dallas, Texas after a large-scale hack knocked…
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Commerce Secretary Appoints New FirstNet Chair
Richard Carrizzo has been a board member for several years. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced that Richard Carrizzo will serve as the next Board Chair of the…
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$300 Million Approved for Nine Bridge Projects
The funding through the Transportation Department will rehabilitate small- and mid-sized bridges in eight states. The Department of Transportation (DOT) awarded $300 million total to nine small- and…
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