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FEMA’s maps undercount the U.S. flooding risk by about 6 million homes — and some of those maps are two decades old

If your home isn’t in a federally designated flood zone, flooding might seem like someone else’s problem. No one requires you to buy flood insurance, and the map suggests you’re in the clear. But reality may be very different. Mounting evidence reveals …

Gov. JB Pritzker appeals FEMA's decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker appealed the Trump administration’s decision to deny Illinois’ request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois’ request last month without explanation for federal …

Capitol News Illinois | Pritzker appeals FEMA’s decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker appealed the Trump administration’s decision to deny Illinois’ request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois’ request last month for federal resources to respond to …

$880M in Helene recovery funding headed to NC

Debris is strewn on Lake Lure on Oct. 2, 2024, in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. (Mike Stewart / AP Photo) North Carolina will receive more than $880 million in combined funds for Hurricane Helene recovery. The funds will be distributed across the …

Winter weather preparedness: Simple steps to protect your home, vehicle and family 

CULLMAN, Ala. – As temperatures begin to drop and winter approaches, Cullman County residents are encouraged to take a few simple precautions to prepare for whatever Mother Nature may have in store.  While Alabama may not experience the harsh winters seen …

What can a Democratic Congress actually change for the Bay Area?

Invigorated by Democrats’ sweeping victory on election night, members of the Bay Area’s congressional delegation are looking to leverage their majority power in the House of Representatives for the final two years of President Donald Trump’s term. …

FEMA warns Guam residents of disaster scams

Federal Emergency Management Agency officials recently issued a notice warning Guam residents to be wary of possible scams amid Super Typhoon Bavi recovery efforts. "Unfortunately after these types of disasters, there are unscrupulous people who will …

Last Chance: Reform FEMA Now | Opinion

Recently, a leaked internal memorandum from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) outlined what those at DHS are hailing as a breakthrough: slashing D.C. centralization and lessening state reliance on federal disaster handouts. In short, the plan …

FEMA backlog causes delays in California infrastructure projects

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is behind on approving major projects to protect Southern California totaling more than $191 million, a backlog that affects projects intended to reduce damage from floods, earthquakes, fires, and landslides, …

Hofschneider questions newly identified $7.2M amid government cuts

Sen. Jude U. Hofschneider is demanding answers from the Department of Finance over the newly identified $7.2 million in funding for fiscal year 2027, questioning why the money was identified only after the Commonwealth budget became law while government …

Island A-Heart struggles to recover from nearly $100K in typhoon losses

Nearly four months after Super Typhoon Bavi battered Rota, Island A-Heart Retail is still struggling to recover from nearly $100,000 in losses from two successive typhoons, with its frozen food business yet to return to normal because of concerns over …

Extreme weather is creating a perfect storm of misinformation

Sunday, November 8th, 2026 Stephan:   To do SR every day, I have found that the level of misinformation about climate change, or health issues has become overwhelming. Even some supposedly peer-reviewed academic journals can not be trusted. This is a trend …

Asheville floodplain maps could be updated in 2027

Preliminary maps could arrive next spring, potentially changing which Asheville properties fall within regulated floodplains ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville could receive updated floodplain maps as early as spring 2027, potentially giving property …

FEMA Sits on $745M in LA Disaster Funds as Six Safety Projects Stall

Six Los Angeles projects designed to shield the city from wildfires, earthquakes and floods have been waiting more than four months for the Federal Emergency Management Agency to give them final approval, according to Mayor Karen Bass. At stake is $745 …

Gov. Pritzker appeals FEMA's decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Gov. JB Pritzker appealed the Trump administration's decision to deny Illinois' request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois' request last month without …

Cities, Counties Fight Revival Of FEMA Election Conditions

By Tom Lotshaw ( November 6, 2026, 9:05 PM EST) -- Cities and counties in Ohio, Tennessee and Texas, along with two dozen state allies, urged the D.C. Circuit to reject the Trump administration's push to revive a vacated Federal Emergency Management …

Pritzker appeals FEMA’s decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker appealed the Trump administration's decision to deny Illinois' request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois' request last month without explanation for …

ED Conducts Searches At CoinDCX, Delta Exchange Offices Over FEMA Allegations

CoinDCX, Delta Exchange Say Operations Continue Normally In a post on X, formerly Twitter, CoinDCX said officials visited its Bengaluru office on November 4 and that it cooperated with the authorities. The exchange said, “We operate in strict compliance …

FEMA funds for Rock County still delayed

The Epoch Times Marks 26 Years Since Its Founding in New York

The nonprofit newsroom, which says it publishes in 22 languages across 35 countries, has drawn national journalism awards for its feature and investigative work NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Epoch Times this …

ICYMI: AG Todd Blanche Dismantles Democrats’ “Oversight” Charade on the Sunday Shows

This morning, Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared on the Sunday shows and made clear that the Department of Justice will fulfill its Constitutional duty to represent the Executive Branch — and that Democrats’ explicit threats of endless investigations, …

New York Attorney Challenges ICE Detention of Three Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees

Three Ukrainian nationals entered the U.S. through humanitarian parole; two remain detained in Batavia, while a third was released on a $25,000 bond. BUFFALO, NY, UNITED STATES, November 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former police officer and …

FEDCON Warns Contractors to Ensure Compliance with Executive Order 13706 Paid Sick Leave Mandates or Face Penalties

FEDCON is issuing a critical reminder to all current and prospective federal contractors regarding strict compliance with Executive Order 13706 TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FEDCON, a premier government …

Public Schools First NC Celebrates Public Education Victories

The 2026 election results were a big win for North Carolina’s students. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public Schools First NC (PSFNC) celebrates the victories of North Carolina’s public education candidates this week …

Americans Split on Whether Democrats Should Work with Trump; Few Expect Smooth Cooperation

17% are optimistic that Democrats and Republicans can work together over the next two years, while 55% are pessimistic WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angus Reid Global Poll: Americans Split on Whether …

Traci L. Slatton’s ‘HEROIC’ Wins Newport Beach Film Festival Audience Award

Traci L. Slatton’s documentary 'Heroic' captures Sabin Howard’s nine-year battle to create the National WWI Memorial sculpture. January 2027 digital release. NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HEROIC …

Tackling Food Insecurity: Zakat Foundation of America Expands Rice Relief Across U.S. New England Communities

BRIDGEVIEW, IL, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building on a continuous history of impactful community food relief programs—including regular seasonal rice distributions held across New York and Delaware—Zakat Foundation of …

Conservation Visions and FACE Join Forces to Advance Wild Harvest Research Across Europe

New partnership strengthens international efforts to document the contributions of sustainable wild harvest to conservation, food systems, and human well-being ST. JOHN'S, NL, CANADA, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Conservation …

The Lobby Launches Pro: Unbiased, Plain-English Analysis of What Congress Is Doing

Trusted by 15,000+ readers, The Lobby breaks down the bills that touch each reader’s issues in plain English, with a link to the full text of every bill. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Lobby (thelobbynews.com), a …

New National Report Reveals Uneven Protections for Children as Years of Advocacy Deliver Legislative Victories

Human Rights for Kids’ 2026 State Ratings Report highlights progress in Maryland, Virginia, and Hawaii and offers a roadmap for reforms nationwide WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sixteen states remain in …

Interfaith Peace Centre Condemns Arson Attacks on Mimimelon Kosher Bakery and Stands With Its Owner and Workers

TORONTO , ONTARIO, CANADA, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Interfaith Peace Centre condemns in the strongest terms the two suspected arson attacks targeting Mimimelon, the kosher bakery at 2069 Saint-Louis Street in Montreal's …

USIQ Publishes Revised Top Employer Criteria and Invites Universities to Evaluate Them

USIQ releases version 2026-3.2 of its employer certification criteria, with published scoring rules, a scientific basis and an open call for academic comment. SHERIDAN, WY, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States …

President Trump Was Right: Tariffs and Tax Cuts Are Reshoring Manufacturing, Creating Jobs

The October jobs report crushed expectations, confirming that President Trump’s America First agenda is delivering a manufacturing renaissance. Tariffs and tax cuts are bringing production home, strengthening supply chains, raising blue-collar wages, and …

What They Are Saying: Blowout October Jobs Report Smashes Expectations

President Donald J. Trump has long said that America is the hottest country in the world — and today’s blockbuster jobs report delivers the proof. The economy added a massive 165,000 new jobs in October, more than double what experts expected, with the …

President Trump Names Stephen Miller as 33rd White House Chief of Staff

Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the appointment of Stephen Miller as the 33rd White House Chief of Staff, succeeding Susie Wiles after her highly successful tenure. Miller has served alongside President Trump since the very beginning and has …

Major Construction Milestone For Transformative White Stadium Project

Mayor Michelle Wu, Boston Legacy FC Controlling Owner Jennifer Epstein and BPS leadership joined BOND Building Construction, students, residents, and park advocates to celebrate White Stadium’s final structural beam at the topping-off ceremony in Franklin …

Traffic Advisory for November 6, 2026

People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website, and information on the MBTA may be found online. The MBTA advises riders to purchase …

Data Foundation Wins Three Awards in the 6th Annual Anthem Awards

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation announced today that it received three awards in the 6th Annual Anthem Awards, which recognize brands, nonprofits, and individuals for social impact work …

After an Affordability Election, Business Owners Press New Leaders on Insurance, AI Data Centers and Energy Bills

Business leaders from California, Michigan and Ohio are available for interviews on what affordability looks like on Main Street WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Voters made affordability and the cost of …