FEMA News Monitoring

Inside the scramble to keep FEMA alive ahead of hurricane season

Publicly, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has said the Federal Emergency Management Agency needs to be reoriented or even done away with altogether. “We are eliminating FEMA,” Noem said at a televised meeting of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet in …

FEMA cancels $1 billion for flood prevention projects in Chesapeake Bay region

Mayor Darlene Taylor (right) of Crisfield, MD, and grants consultant Jen Merritt stand on Fourth Street next to the Shiloh United Methodist Church, one of the lowest-lying parts of town.  Dave Harp As Crisfield Mayor Darlene Taylor sees it, the low-lying …

Trump Administration Is Rolling Out a New Way to Shrink FEMA’s Role

When a series of deadly storms and tornadoes pummeled Arkansas in mid-March, downing power lines and tearing up homes, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders asked the federal government for money to not only help repair the damage, but also boost the state’s …

Communication between FEMA and local jurisdictions upended, officials say

Sen. Murray’s office suggested the change stems from President Trump’s push for more centralized control of FEMA operations. SEATTLE — County-level emergency management officials in Washington state have been barred in recent weeks from communicating with …

Indiana seeks FEMA assistance in response to March-April storms

INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Mike Braun requested a presidential disaster declaration through the Federal Emergency Management Agency for federal disaster assistance. Indiana Department of Homeland Security completed several weeks of damage assessments and outreach …

Noem Publicly Criticizes FEMA, Quietly Works to Preserve It Amid Hurricane Threats

By Blessing Nweke Despite publicly calling for the elimination of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has taken quiet steps behind the scenes to maintain critical FEMA operations ahead of hurricane season …

FEMA cuts costing central Florida millions in grant money to aid storm survival

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — The official start of hurricane season is days away, and central Florida counties are set to lose millions of dollars that could have been used for the most vulnerable people. One example is how the Office of Emergency Management in …

FEMA assistance now available to Crittenden Co. storm victims

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WMC) - Crittenden County residents and businesses that April’s severe weather has impacted can now apply for financial assistance. The City of West Memphis announced Thursday that victims may be eligible for relief granted by the …

FEMA aid totals over $13 million for Cocke County flood survivors

FEMA said it's provided millions of dollars for individuals, housing assistance, repairs and other aid. COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — Last September, Hurricane Helene caused flood waters to rise in several parts of Cocke County. That left behind plenty of …

Victims of Kentucky's historic flooding seek aid, buyouts as FEMA deadline nears

Kentuckians looking for relocation help need approval from President Donald Trump. HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. — At least 2,400 Kentuckians have received individual assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for historic floods that began April …

FEMA representatives to set up at locations in Hart County

HART COUNTY, Ky. – Federal Emergency Management Agency representatives will be set up at several locations over the next two weeks in Hart County. According to Hart County Emergency Management, these locations will include IGA, Ace Hardware, the …

FEMA housing inspectors to evaluate storm-damaged homes in southeast Mo. for possible disaster aid

SOUTHEAST Mo. (KFVS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency inspectors will be reaching out to residents and business owners regarding possible disaster aid for storms from March 14-15. According to FEMA, those who sustained disaster-related damage in …

Homeowners Say FEMA Made Them Do It

One Marine Boulevard neighbor contended that a garage, equidistant been the two main structures here, had been transferred from one property to the next to game square footage limits. An application to raise an oceanfront house in the Beach Hampton section …

FEMA, SBA and the State of Texas Are Opening Additional Disaster Recovery Centers in South Texas

AUSTIN – In coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff will open three additional Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) on May 30 to offer face-to-face help to residents of the …

FEMA arrives in Jefferson County to assist storm victims

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Federal teams have arrived in Jefferson County, and FEMA has boots on the ground, going door to door to help anyone whose homes were impacted by tornadoes and floods that began on April 2. Wednesday, Louisville Mayor Craig …

Louisville officials explain requirements for FEMA assistance for storm victims

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg joined state and federal officials Thursday to announce assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency is now available for individuals impacted by the recent severe weather.  FEMA …

Over 32K FEMA claims pending due to missing documentation, agency says. Here’s how to submit yours

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is calling for action ahead of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season from past applicants whose claims are still pending due to some degree of missing documentation, according to a news release. More …

FEMA cuts costing central Florida millions in grant money to aid storm survival

FEMA visits Franklin County following April flooding

Franklin County is taking important steps toward recovery following flooding that impacted the region from April 2 through April 6. The flooding caused widespread damage, particularly to county infrastructure, prompting local and state leaders to request …

Microplastics Emergency and Public Health: ALLATRA Shares Research at Bay Atlantic University

WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 20, 2025, Bay Atlantic University and the Global Policy Institute, in collaboration with ALLATRA and the Creative Society, hosted a pivotal event that examined the …

New Leadership Book 'Becoming the Compass' Now Available to Order

A transformative fable that equips leaders with clarity, resilience, and people-first principles for real-world impact COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The wait is over. Becoming the Compass: A Leadership …

WAITLIST FUNDED: Lawmakers Increase Funding for Special Needs ESA

JACKSON, MS, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Mississippi lawmakers voted to increase funding for the state’s Education Scholarship Account (ESA) program. House Bill 42, which provides state funding for K-12 schools, …

STARRS Announces 2025 Mission Objectives

STARRS continues to make progress in accomplishing strategic goals COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STARRS sets the following mission objectives for 2025, according to STARRS President and CEO Dr. Ron Scott …

Classic Learning Test Earns Multiple State Policy Victories

Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas now accept the Classic Learning Test (CLT) for college admissions, breaking the SAT/ACT duopoly and expanding student choice. ANNAPOLIS, MD, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lawmakers in …

Dr. Jamal Bryant expands boycott to Dollar General Nationwide

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From FAST to DIGNITY: Expanding the Movement for Corporate Accountability in Black America (Atlanta, Ga - May 29 - 2025) Pastor Jamal Bryant continues his charge on DEI rollbacks by major …

Comer Announces Hearing to Examine the Federal Government’s Use of Artificial Intelligence Technology

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today announced a hearing on “The Federal Government in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” The hearing will explore the global landscape of artificial intelligence …

June Is Men’s Health Month 2025: Closing the Lifespan Gender Gap Starts With Empathy

Men’s Health Network launches Men’s Health Month 2025 to raise awareness and close the Lifespan Gender Gap through empathy and nationwide action. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Men’s Health Network (MHN) …

Missouri Man Pleads Guilty to Multimillion-Dollar Medicare Fraud Conspiracy

A Missouri man pleaded guilty today to orchestrating a scheme to defraud Medicare by unlawfully billing millions of dollars in claims for cancer genetic testing and cardiovascular genetic testing.  According to court documents, Jamie P. McNamara, 49, of …

U.S. Government Employee Arrested for Attempting to Provide Classified Information to Foreign Government

An IT specialist employed by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) was arrested today for attempting to transmit national defense information to an officer or agent of a foreign government. Nathan Vilas Laatsch, 28, of Alexandria, Virginia, was arrested …

Bed Stuy Film With Controversial Title Takes A Walk Down Memory Lane

Ghetto Eyez Publishing finally releases its latest 6-part series, Bottom Bitch exclusively on TUBI through 1919 distribution. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The story begins two days before the assassination of …

Yale Hosts Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference with Ambassador Siddiqui among Top Diplomatic Voices

CT, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The inaugural Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale University convened students from Ivy League institutions, including Harvard, Cornell, and Princeton, alongside senior academics, …

Ocean Visions to Develop Environmental Impact Assessment Framework for mCDR Research

Framework to guide responsible research and development of marine carbon dioxide removal approaches WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Ocean Visions announced that it is spearheading the development of a …

Area 52 Becomes First Online Dispensary Shipping Legal Recreational Cannabis to Texas

Area 52 becomes the first online dispensary shipping legal cannabis products – including THC gummies and flower – to Texas. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Area 52 becomes the first and only online dispensary …

Perimeter Healthcare Bolsters Executive Leadership Team by Naming Jason D. Bailey as Chief Development Officer

ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Perimeter Healthcare, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason D. Bailey as Chief Development Officer. Jason will be responsible for new acquisitions and driving strategic …

TM Group Launches U.S. Operations After Delivering Over 60 Landmark Projects Across Central Asia

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TM Group, a leading real estate development and investment company headquartered in Kyrgyzstan, has officially expanded its operations to the United States. This strategic move …

Pope Leo XIV’s AI Warning Prompts DOMINUS Lab to Release Christian Governance Manifesto

Following Pope Leo's warning on AI ethics, DOMINUS Lab releases its Christian AI Governance Manifesto—providing principled guidance for Christian Entrepreneurs. YUCAIPA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As governments …

New edition of Reinventing Democracy offers the United Kingdom - and others - an original solution to its political woes

Right for Britons to put topics on political agenda, written constitution, end absolute power, how abuses such as financial engineering could be curtailed LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- British citizens are …

Quit Like Sweden: On its 20th Anniversary, Global Treaty Needs a New Ally

20 years after the landmark FCTC treaty, smoking still kills 8 million yearly. Quit Like Sweden says: it’s time to act, following Sweden's successful model. UNITED KINGDOM, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 20th anniversary of the …

New Data Show 38% Decline In Opioid-Related Deaths In Boston In 2024, Following National Trend

This is the lowest number of overdose deaths in Boston in nine years New data analyzed by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) show a 38% decrease in opioid overdose mortality in Boston in 2024 compared to 2023. This is the lowest number of overdose …