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'Red states will get more': Trump plan to 'wean off FEMA' draws scathing rebuke

During a White House press conference on Tuesday, June 10, President Donald Trump discussed his goals for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Trump stressed he wants governors to become less reliant on FEMA and handle disasters themselves — …

FEMA may cover tools, equipment lost in wildfires

Trump announces he will 'wean off FEMA' — and let governors deal with disasters

President Donald Trump announced a plan to "wean" the United States off the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). During an Oval Office press conference on Tuesday, Trump said that governors would be responsible for providing disaster …

Walt Handelsman: Closing FEMA?!

What other newspapers are saying: Delegitimizing government has consequences

The question of whether damage from the tornado that tore through St. Louis on May 16 merits a federal disaster declaration shouldn’t really be a question to anyone who has seen the devastation on the city’s north side — five people dead, thousands of …

Flagler Beach Pier reconstruction project almost ready for launch

Reconstruction of the Flagler Beach Pier, damaged by Tropical Storm Ian in 2022, is set to begin within weeks after a three-year wait. The 18-month, $15 million project will replace the existing pier with a longer, taller, and more resilient structure on …

Trump wants to end FEMA aid after hurricane season

At least 13 dead, several missing in San Antonio after rapid flooding

At least 13 people have been found dead and several more remain missing after heavy rains this week caused flooding on highways throughout San Antonio, Texas, authorities said Saturday.  The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office and the San Antonio …

How St. Louis tornado survivors can apply for FEMA aid right now

Any day now, word should come on when FEMA will be in St. Louis assisting with relief help, but you don't have to wait until then. Storm survivors can apply now. Less than 24 hours after President Trump announced a disaster declaration for St. Louis, …

Trump wants FEMA to be a state-level concern, let governors handle it

Trump wants to cut federal disaster aid as costs skyrocket

Hurricane Helene’s unprecedented devastation led to pledges of nearly $650 million in federal aid through January, more than triple the amount spent on Michael a few years before. Experts say Georgians should prepare for more record-setting storms — and …

Chase Rice Helps Hurricane Helene Victims Build New Home After FEMA Declined Their Relief Request

There’s just something special about the country music community. North Carolina and many other states are still trying to pick up the pieces after their communities were devastated by Hurricane Helene. The natural disaster moved up through Florida, …

As hurricane season begins, many worry over cuts to FEMA and National Weather Service

The National Weather Service is predicting a particularly active hurricane season in the Atlantic region this year. This comes as the Trump administration has cut hundreds of positions within the federal emergency management agency and billions of dollars …

FEMA invites Berrien County residents to review current flood maps

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. -- FEMA announced preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are now available for review by residents and business owners in Berrien County. FEMA officials say property owners are encouraged to review …

FEMA Assistance

MISSISSIPPI - The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency says recovery efforts are ongoing following the severe weather that swept through the state on March 14th and 15th.  MEMA is reminding residents to still apply for FEMA assistance, even is they have …

FEMA Is Extending Deadline To Apply For Assistance In Kentucky

Kentucky residents impacted by April’s severe storms have more time to apply for assistance. Serious needs assistance may provide lifesaving and life-sustaining items, including water, food, prescriptions, infant formula, durable medical equipment, and …

Delayed FEMA aid arriving for March Mississippi tornado victims

After many storm victims waited for months for federal disaster assistance, the Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA) said it has awarded more than $4.3 million in aid to victims.The agency said more than 1,800 victims have applied.The assistance comes …

Trump allows FEMA aid for St. Louis tornado recovery

Residents at Clarence and Labadie Avenues assess the damage to their home after the May 16 tornado rolled through the Ville neighborhood of north St. Louis. (Wiley Price/ St. Louis American) June 10, 2025 11:11 am Missourians who lost homes or other …

FEMA Serious Needs Assistance extended for Kentuckians Affected by April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA has extended the eligibility period for Serious Needs Assistance for an additional 30 days for those who were impacted by the April severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides. …

Wytrwal Industries Celebrates 250 years of the U.S. Army

Veteran owned defense contractor honors the long history of the world’s best Army MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wytrwal Industries Holding Company, LLC (“Wytrwal”) is honored to celebrate the 250th anniversary of …

Maury Blackman Questions Rationale Behind California’s Six-Day Salmon Season

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a newly released opinion essay titled “The Salmon Are Here. The People Are Ready. So Why Only Six Days?”, longtime outdoorsman and former tech CEO Maury Blackman challenges …

VAREP Policy Conference Confronts VA Loan Crisis & Financial Readiness Gaps for Military & Transitioning Servicemembers

With 150,000+ VA loan defaults, rising financial instability, and weak transition support, VAREP calls for urgent federal reform. WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, June 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Veterans Association of Real Estate …

50 Years After Fall of Saigon, Brian Thuan Luu Shares Epic Escape and Story of Resilience in Flashlight in the Ocean

Luu's Memoir Chronicles Harrowing Solo Journey from war-torn Vietnam to freedom in America at the age of 13. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NASHVILLE, TN – From the depths of uncertainty to a life built on …

Critical Ballot Info from Todd J. Stein as Early Voting Begins for District Leader AD76 Part A

Todd J. Stein Heads Into Early Voting for District Leader AD76 Part A with Critical Ballot Instructions for Voters NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As early voting begins this weekend, Todd J. Stein, …

Legislature Restores $40 Million for LGBTQ+ Health Equity Programs in State Budget

California LGBTQ+ Leaders Call on Governor Newsom to Maintain Health Equity Funding in Final Budget Agreement SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Health Equity Coalition strongly commends the State …

VETCOMM US Celebrates Its Employees and Growth: A Story of Resiliency

VETCOMM US Marks One Year of Exceptional Veteran Support with Customer Service Milestone and Key Leadership Promotions SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VETCOMM US, an organization dedicated to helping veterans …

Moving Ahead Services Successfully Completes Major Election Equipment Deployment Across Allegheny County

Local moving company delivers 633 polling machines and essential equipment to over 400 locations in coordinated two-week operation PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moving Ahead Services, a trusted local moving …

Person with Measles Visited Boston

Unvaccinated individuals should contact their healthcare provider and monitor for symptoms    The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) report that a person with measles visited Boston from June 7 …

Afghan National Pleads Guilty to Plotting Election Day Terror Attack in the United States

Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, a native and citizen of Afghanistan, pleaded guilty today in federal court in Oklahoma City to two terrorism-related offenses: conspiring and attempting to provide material support and resources to the Islamic State of Iraq and al- …

Justice Department Seeks to Shut Down Georgia Tax Preparer for Fabricating Expenses and Credits

Note: View complaint here. The Justice Department filed a complaint today to permanently bar tax preparer Tanja D. Hollis, of Griffin, Georgia, and her business, Tanja Tax Preparations LLC, from preparing federal tax returns for others. The complaint, …

Rwandan Immigrant Arrested for Concealing Role as Perpetrator of Genocide After Fraudulently Entering the United States

Note: see indictment here. A federal grand jury in Ohio has returned a three-count indictment unsealed today charging Rwandan national Vincent Nzigiyimfura, also known as Vincent Mfura, 65, of Dayton, Ohio with lying on his U.S. immigration and …

Michigan Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material on a Military Base

A Michigan man was sentenced today to five years in prison for possessing over 41,026 images and videos of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). He was also ordered to pay $63,000 in restitution. According to court documents, David Mark Bartels, 38, of White …

Former Massachusetts Attorney Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

A Massachusetts man and a former attorney pleaded guilty today to evading his taxes. The following is according to court documents and statements made in court: until 2020, Paul Anthony Conte, of Upton, Massachusetts, was an attorney and member of the …

Hyde School Senior Robert Kosar Honored for Excellence in U.S. Governmental History

Hyde senior Robert Kosar honored for excellence in U.S. Government; praised for civic insight. He will attend Kent State University this fall. BATH, ME, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hyde School is proud to announce that …

U.S. Army’s Recruiting Transformation Reveals Strategic Blueprint for Internal Communications Success

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new analysis from RAPP’s Senior Vice President of Account Leadership, Cecil Wolberton, positions the U.S. Army’s revamped recruiting approach as a model for corporate communicators aiming …

KiDS Campaign Rallies World on Father’s Day with Launch of Global Warning Label Day

Partnership of nearly 40 organizations on 6 continents demand action from Big Tech Executives on Father's Day in many countries across the world BLOOMINGTON, MN, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With just days to go before …

HAWAIʻI EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY ISSUES TEST ALERT – NO THREAT TO THE STATE – 2025-007

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE KA ʻOIHANA PILI KAUA   MAJOR GENERAL STEPHEN F. LOGAN DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT LUNA HOʻOMALU PŌULIA   HAWAIʻI EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY KEʻENA …

TravelingWiki Online Resource Database Now Covers the 10 Busiest US Airports; Expects to Cover 150 Airports by EOY

TravelingWiki Now Offers Free Resources in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Portuguese, Hindi, Twi, Vietnamese & Russian. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TravelingWiki …

Dr. Bernard WH Jennings Appointed to Board of Foundation for Youth and Economic Development

Dr. Bernard WH Jennings joins FYED Board to expand youth justice, economic access, and equity programs across Miami-Dade. MIAMI-DADE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant development for Miami-Dade’s youth and …