FEMA Newswire

State Attorney General McCuskey Warns Residents of Scams Involving FEMA

West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is warning West Virginians about FEMA scams that have been surfacing in northern and north central West Virginia following the federal government’s disaster declaration for flooding that occurred earlier this …

Attorney General McCuskey warns residents of new FEMA scams

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - West Virginia Attorney General McCuskey is warning residents about FEMA scams that have surfaced following the federal government’s disaster declaration. The latest scam involves con artists who are posing as Federal Emergency …

Local officials brace for potential FEMA funding cuts

Reports of potential cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have local officials concerned about the impact on disaster assistance. FEMA is reportedly considering a $1 billion reduction in disaster and security grants as part of the Trump …

Trump’s FEMA cuts leave local emergency managers underfunded and overworked

State and local emergency officials say they are stretched thin as federal disaster funding shrinks, raising concerns about readiness for worsening floods, fires and storms. Kiley Bense reports for Inside Climate News. In short: A U.S. Department of Energy …

McCuskey warns residents about flood-related FEMA scams

CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General J.B. McCuskey’s office is warning state residents about FEMA-related scams happening in the wake of the federal government’s disaster declaration for flooding that occurred earlier this summer. The AG’s office is …

As Trump Shrinks FEMA, Local Emergency Managers Say They’re Barely Getting By

"In a government survey, state and local officials said they were overworked, underpaid and underappreciated."  "For months, President Donald Trump threatened to dismantle the Federal Emergency Management Agency, arguing that it is “ …

FEMA Announces Billions in Federal Funds to Empower States to Prepare for Disasters

FEMA Issues Seven Notices of Funding Opportunity—With More on the Way  WASHINGTON -- Over the coming weeks, FEMA is marking billions of dollars in federal funding available for state, local, tribal and territorial partners. This includes seven Notices of …

Watered down: FEMA's response to the Texas flood

The catastrophic July 4 flash flooding along the upper Guadalupe River claimed more than 135 lives and highlighted stark failures in emergency response at every level. FEMA’s involvement, while eventually present in the devastated areas, was deeply …

FEMA trailers become permanent homes for Helene survivors

HICKORY, N.C. — What started as temporary shelter after Helene is becoming a permanent home for some families in the North Carolina High Country. Nearly a dozen storm survivors have purchased the FEMA trailers they were placed in, and close to 100 more are …

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Montgomery County to close Aug. 1

The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) set up to assist residents who experienced damage from the April flooding will close this week. By Michelle Hueffmeier Montgomery County GovernmentJuly 29, 2025 1:57 pm CLARKSVILLE, TN − The FEMA Disaster Recovery …

Pollocksville awaits FEMA funding as attorney general presses lawsuit

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson visited Pollocksville to address the critical need for storm resiliency funding initially promised by FEMA. In 2018, Hurricane Florence devastated towns like Pollocksville, and FEMA had pledged $200 million to …

Attorney General Jeff Jackson visits Pollocksville after FEMA canceled statewide funding

POLLOCKSVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson visited Pollocksville on Tuesday to discuss canceled FEMA funding. Jackson says the town was supposed to get $1.1 million in Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities funding …

FEMA aids flood survivors with mental health and unemployment support

SAN ANGELO, Texas — Flood survivors have many resources at their disposal. FEMA is highlighting its services helping those who have had their wallets and mental health impacted by the floods.  The Disaster Distress Helpline is a crisis support center …

FEMA disaster center closing Thursday

FEMA trailers become permanent homes for Helene survivors

Attorney General McCuskey warns residents of new FEMA scams

How to appeal a FEMA decision on disaster assistance

You applied for FEMA disaster assistance and got a decision letter explaining what money you are approved for. You believe you should have received more money to help with your recovery. You have 60 days to ask FEMA to reconsider any decision or award …

Politics Reuters FEMA to require states use terrorism prevention funds for migrant arrests

By Courtney Rozen WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Federal Emergency Management Agency will require states to spend part of their federal terrorism prevention funds on helping the Trump administration arrest migrants, as part of the U.S. president's …

NC AG to address FEMA's canceled $200M storm resiliency funds in Pollocksville visit

POLLOCKSVILLE, Jones County – On Tuesday, July 29 at 1:00 p.m., North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson will visit the Town of Pollocksville to spotlight the impact of more than $200 million in storm resiliency funding recently canceled by FEMA. Among …

VAREP Endorses the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025

Applauds Inclusion of the VALID Act and Calls on VSOs to Join the Effort Backs broader reforms to expand access and increase supply in underserved communities WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Veterans …

VETCOMM US Supports American Legion Baseball Tournament; CEO Kate Monroe Throws Out First Pitch

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a proud show of support for veterans and youth, VETCOMM US has donated $2,000 to sponsor the California American Legion Baseball Tournament, reinforcing its commitment to …

Axios Security Group and Axios Investigations Firm Hosts Outreach Event to Aid Homeless Veterans During Heatwave

Axios Security Group provides tents, food, and 48 cases of water to homeless veterans in Fort Bragg amid dangerous summer heatwave. FORT BRAGG, NC, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the spirit of honor, service, and …

Record Exodus: North Americans Flee to #1 Expat Destination as Panama Residency Company Reports 300% Surge in Inquiries

Historic migration wave sees Americans and Canadians escape rising costs and political tensions for Panama paradise PANAMA, PANAMA, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As political tensions soar and living costs spiral out of control across …

Financial Leadership and Innovation: Wacinque Amistad Kaizen BeMende Drives Global Financial Inclusion

CHEYENNE, WY, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global changemaker and decorated military veteran Wacinque Amistad Kaizen BeMende, Founder and Chief Abundance Strategists of KaizenRhino Solutions International, is leading a …

Utility Spending Trends Under Scrutiny Amid Rising Electricity Rates in California

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As electricity rates continue to rise in California, attention is turning to utility spending and regulatory frameworks. Recent analyses by clean energy advocates and policy …

Javier Palomarez, President & CEO of USHBC, Calls for Reversal of Detrimental Rule for Kidney Patients

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rule, in effect as of January 1st, moved oral-only phosphate-lowering therapies (PLTs) from Medicare Part D into the End- …

Online Legal Resource Library Supporting Rule of Law Plus Immigration Related Services Launched

Los Angeles County Bar Association’s New Platform Offers Centralized Legal Tools, Education, and Volunteer Opportunities LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA), in …

U.S. DOL Halts Enforcement of Home Care Companionship Exemption While Awaiting Proposed Rule to Restore Exemption

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it has ceased the enforcement of the current companionship exemption rule issued in 2013 while it awaits the finalization of its …

Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters Endorses Mikie Sherrill for Governor of New Jersey

Carpenters Union praises Sherrill’s commitment to working families, infrastructure investment, and labor rights. EDISON, NJ, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EAS …

AI Pioneer Robin Rowe Speaking at Free AI Ethics Summit on 30 July 2025

Join activists, policymakers and tech leaders in person in San Francisco and online virtually as together we seek meaningful reforms in AI BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "AI is much more capable today, for …

Diversified Botanics Applauds FDA’s Formal Action Targeting Synthetic, Concentrated 7-OH

CEO Ryan Niddel supports FDA's scheduling recommendation SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diversified Botanics today voiced strong support for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s enforcement …

Amida Care Launches 'No Judgment, No Stigma' Campaign to Combat HIV Stigma and Promote Health Equity

Series of Digital Ads Depict Diverse Populations that Continue to Bear a Disproportionate Burden of the HIV Epidemic NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amida Care, New York’s leading nonprofit Special Needs Health Plan and …

Made in the USA: New Study Ranks the World’s Most Americanized Countries

Tourlane reveals the countries most influenced by U.S. culture, from music to fast food BERLIN, GERMANY, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new global analysis from Tourlane, the online specialist for customized travel planning, highlights …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Congratulates Cristina Antelo on Appointment to HLA Strategic Advisory Council

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly congratulates Cristina Antelo, founding principal of Ferox Strategies and Legislative Co-Chair of the USHBC Board of …

Medicare at 60: Time to Set Seniors Free

CCHF warns Medicare is trapping seniors—and running out of money ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Medicare turns 60 tomorrow, Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF) is urging Congress to fix the system …

The Jack Brewer Foundation Rallies to Terminate 2nd Chance Father’s Parole, Granting Freedom

TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jack Brewer Foundation (JBF) proudly announces the successful termination of parole for Carl Pugh, a devoted father, leader, mentor, and inspiration within our organization …

Vorex Expands U.S. Operations with New Operational Hub in Houston

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vorex, a global leader in oil and gas services and supply, today announced a major expansion into the U.S. market by opening a new operational hub in Houston, Texas. The move …

Divorce Rate at a 50-Year Low

Share of kids in married families is up. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research from the Institute for Family Studies (IFS), published in The Atlantic today, suggests marriage is making a comeback. …

Youthful Savings Brings Popular Custom Learning Program to Hundreds of New York City Youth

The “Youth Entrepreneurship for a More Inclusive Global Economy” returns to educate NYC Summer Youth Employment Program participants. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Youthful Savings (YS) has enrolled hundreds of …