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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports $350 Billion Reconciliation Funding in Peril
Breaking Defense reports $350 billion in reconciliation funding is at risk as the Pentagon weighs FY27 priority changes, a $1.5 billion reprogramming for AI and MV-75, and FY26 cost pressures.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentCongressMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceEconomy PentagonReconciliation FundingFY27 PrioritiesReprogrammingAI CenterMV-75 TiltrotorGovernmentBreaking Defense
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Connecticut Cracks Down on Illegal Prediction Markets With Nine Cease-And-Desist Orders, Nearly 30 Subpoenas
Connecticut issues nine cease-and-desist orders and nearly 30 subpoenas to crack down on illegal prediction markets offering sports wagers, citing consumer protection and gaming law violations.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementSportGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLegalSocial IssuesFinancial Markets ConnecticutNed Lamontprediction marketssports bettingcease-and-desist ordersDepartment of Consumer ProtectionKalshiConnecticut Governors Office
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Arizona Social Security Office Status Changes; Online Services Available
The Social Security Administration says operational status has changed for an Arizona local office, card center, or hearing office, and points users to online services for benefits, account management and help.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomy Social Security AdministrationArizonaSocial Security office statusOnline servicesRetirement benefitsDisability benefitsmy Social Security account
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Missouri Man Sentenced to 27 Months for $284,000 Pandemic Rental Assistance Fraud
Steven W. Hendren, 34, of Moberly, Missouri, was sentenced to 27 months for fraudulent pandemic rental assistance applications that netted $284,840, including funds spent on a 2020 GMC Yukon; the FBI investigated.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentLegalWhite HouseSocial Issues Steven W. HendrenMoberly Missouripandemic rental assistance fraudState Assistance for Housing Reliefwire fraudFBIFinancial Fraud
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Hannibal Man’s Threats Led to Discovery of Child Pornography
Joseph E. Courtney, 38, of Hannibal, Missouri, admitted possessing 62 videos of child sexual abuse material found after he threatened a former paramour; he faces up to 20 years.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesFederal GovernmentComputers and Internet Joseph E. CourtneyHannibal, MissouriChild sexual abuse materialGuilty pleaProject Safe ChildhoodFBIU.S. Attorney’s Office
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Sanders to Attend 9/11 25th Anniversary Ceremony with Arkansas National Guard
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will join the Arkansas National Guard for a 9/11 25th Anniversary ceremony on Friday, September 11 at the State Capitol in Little Rock. Media should arrive by 9:45 a.m.
Politics and GovernmentConflictUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMilitary Sarah Huckabee SandersArkansas National Guard9/11 25th AnniversaryLittle RockState Capitol BuildingceremonyGovernmentArkansas Governor
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Nebraska Man Sentenced to 5 Years, 10 Months for Assaulting Federal Officer
Cody Dittman, 36, of Norfolk, Nebraska, was sentenced to five years and 10 months in federal prison for assaulting a federal officer after a 2025 high-speed pursuit on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentTransportationUSA Cody DittmanAssault on a Federal OfficerPine Ridge Indian ReservationOglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public SafetyU.S. Attorney Ron ParsonsFall River CountyViolent CrimeFBI
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Missouri Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Coercing Teens into Sending Nude Images
Terry Michael Howard, 21, of Marble Hill, Missouri, was sentenced to 12 years after admitting he posed as a boy's father on Snapchat and threatened two 13-year-old girls to obtain explicit images.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesComputers and InternetFederal Government Terry Michael HowardBollinger CountySnapchatChild sexual exploitationProject Safe ChildhoodCrimeFBI
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SEC Commissioner Uyeda Remarks Published After Investor Advisory Committee Meeting
The Securities and Exchange Commission has posted Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda's remarks delivered at the agency's Investor Advisory Committee meeting, adding to its published speeches and statements.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegal Securities and Exchange CommissionMark T. UyedaInvestor Advisory CommitteeSEC speeches and statementsFinancial regulationBusiness and Finance
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Columbia Fundraising Chief Susan Feagin to Step Back as Three GS Alums Hold Senior Roles
Susan Feagin, a 1974 School of General Studies graduate and Columbia’s interim development chief, will step back this month as three GS alumni hold senior leadership roles.
BusinessEducationSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Columbia UniversitySusan FeaginSchool of General StudiesLisa Rosen-MetschKeren Yarhi-MiloFundraisingHigher Educationnewsletter
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Sharon Resident Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Trafficking and Firearm Charges
Jiemaliahl Cleveland, 27, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to fentanyl distribution and a firearm charge; sentencing is set for January 6, 2027, with up to life in prison possible.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal Government Jiemaliahl ClevelandSharon, PennsylvaniafentanylFirearms OffensesTroy RivettiRobert J. ColvilleDrug TraffickingFBI
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Man Sentenced to Over 10 Years for Meth Conspiracy on Pine Ridge Reservation
Gaylen Holy Rock, 40, was sentenced to 10 years and one month for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and in western South Dakota, prosecutors said.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentUSALegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Gaylen Holy RockmethamphetaminePine Ridge Indian ReservationOperation Take Back AmericaU.S. Attorney Ron ParsonsBadlands Safe Trails Task ForceCrimeFBI
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Convicted Felon Sentenced to 46 Months for Firearm Possession in Homeland Security Task Force Case
Walter Walton, 34, of Coahoma County, Mississippi, was sentenced to 46 months in prison and three years supervised release after pleading guilty to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, part of a Homeland Security Task Force investigation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Walter WaltonCoahoma County, MississippiHomeland Security Task Forcefirearm possessionDebra M. BrownExecutive Order 14159FBI
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Des Moines Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Child Pornography
Jacob Adam Toler, 31, of Des Moines, Iowa, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for receiving and possessing more than 125 videos of child sexual abuse material, followed by 10 years supervised release and $48,500 restitution.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Jacob Adam TolerDes Moines, Iowachild pornographyProject Safe ChildhoodFederal Bureau of InvestigationU.S. Department of Justicefederal prisonFBI
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ICE Deports Mexican National Previously Deported in 2013 After Drug and Property Convictions
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deported Oscar Sanchez-Corona, a Mexican national with convictions for drug paraphernalia, property damage, and driving without a license, after his arrest in Shawnee, Kansas, DHS said.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues U.S. Department of Homeland SecurityU.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementOscar Sanchez-CoronaDeportationShawnee, KansasDrug offensesDUI
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Nebraska Game and Parks Highlights Fall Events, Grants and Hunting Prep
Nebraska Game and Parks announces fall park events, extends Watchable Wildlife Grants deadline to Oct. 2, and promotes hunting sight-in opportunities and outdoor skills events.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportState GovernmentsEnvironmentEducationUSA Nebraska Game and ParksOutdoor RecreationWatchable Wildlife GrantsHuntingMissouri River ExpoFort AtkinsonHalloween events
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Census Bureau Releases New Data From Business Trends and Outlook Survey
New BTOS data products measure business conditions and expectations every two weeks, covering revenues, employees, hours and inventories. The survey captures the impact of natural disasters and economic crises.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentEmployment and Labor U.S. Census BureauBusiness Trends and Outlook Surveybusiness conditionseconomic surveysemployer businessesnatural disasterseconomic recovery
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NIH Launches $650,000 NOURISH Challenge for Autoimmune Digital Health Apps
NIH launches NOURISH Autoimmunity Digital Health Challenge, a three-phase crowdsourcing contest with up to $650,000 in prizes for apps helping people with autoimmune diseases track diet, nutrition, and symptoms.
HealthScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceFederal GovernmentCongress NOURISH ChallengeAutoimmune DiseasesNational Institutes of HealthNutritionHealth & FitnessMedical HealthTechnology & ComputingUS Social Security Department
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports Trump's $5,000 Check Pledge Draws GOP Pushback as House Democrats Weigh New AI Panel
USA TODAY reports President Trump's promise of $5,000 checks if Republicans hold Congress is meeting resistance from fiscal conservatives, while House Democrats consider a new select committee on artificial intelligence.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyArtificial IntelligenceEconomyElection Donald Trump$5,000 checksThomas MassieHouse DemocratsHakeem Jeffriesspecial educationUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics
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Granicus Offers Digital Engagement Tools for Government Agencies
Granicus is promoting its integrated communications solution for government agencies, featuring opt-in subscriptions, multi-channel messaging, personalized communications, and real-time reports, with quotes from EPA, Indiana FSSA, Baytown, and Fairfax officials.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial Intelligence GranicusGovernment CommunicationsDigital EngagementSarah SwensonU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyIndiana FSSACity of BaytownOhio Governors Office
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Sherrill Tours Mobile Health Van to Promote 'Stay Well, Learn Well' School Initiative
Governor Mikie Sherrill toured a pediatric mobile health van in Orange to promote Stay Well, Learn Well, a statewide push to give New Jersey students physicals, preventive care and vaccines before school starts.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEducationMedical ScienceSocial Issues Mikie SherrillStay Well, Learn WellNew Jersey Department of HealthRWJBarnabas Healthchildhood vaccinationsback-to-schoolOrange, New JerseyOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Social Security Administration Flags Changed Status at California Offices
Social Security Administration says operational status has changed at California offices, card centers and hearing offices, and points the public to online services including benefit applications, account management and replacement cards.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Social Security AdministrationCaliforniaSocial Security officesonline servicesmy Social Security accountMedicareretirement benefits
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Census Bureau Releases 2024 AIES Data, Sets Librarian Webinar
The U.S. Census Bureau has released 2024 Annual Integrated Economic Survey data on data.census.gov, added a video tutorial, scheduled a librarian webinar and workshops, and outlined outreach events and other data releases.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyComputers and InternetEducation U.S. Census Bureaudata.census.gov2024 Annual Integrated Economic Survey2025 Geography InformationGovernment
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Raymond Firefighter Eric Phillips Dies After Medical Emergency at Fire Scene
Eric Phillips, a 44-year-old paid-on-call firefighter with Raymond Fire Department in New Hampshire, died Sept. 4, 2026, after a medical emergency at a fire alarm activation. His death is among 61 firefighter fatalities reported in 2026.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentEmployment and Labor Eric PhillipsRaymond Fire DepartmentNew Hampshirefirefighter fatalitymedical emergencypaid-on-call2026
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Granicus Highlights Digital Engagement Platform for Government Agencies
Granicus highlights its integrated digital communication and engagement platform for government agencies, featuring opt-in subscriptions, multi-channel messaging, and quotes from EPA, Indiana FSSA, Baytown, and Fairfax officials.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetSocial Issues GranicusDigital communicationGovernment engagementGovDeliveryEngagementHQPublic sectorConstituent engagementIowa Governors Office
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Google Search AI Offers Three New Ways to Prepare for Your Next Race
Google Search is leveraging its AI capabilities to help runners prepare for races by offering personalized training plans, custom music playlists, and tailored gear recommendations.
Science & TechnologySportBusinessArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEducation Google SearchRunningRace PreparationTraining PlansYouTube MusicShopping GraphGoogleAlphabet
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Media Monitor: NPR Promotes 2026 Tiny Desk Giveaway as Entry Deadline Nears
NPR says its 2026 Tiny Desk Giveaway closes Saturday, with one winner and a guest set to travel to Washington, D.C., for a live Tiny Desk Concert.
MediaEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentMusicDigital and Print PublishingFederal Government NPRTiny Desk GiveawayTiny Desk ConcertWashington, D.C.PropellersweepstakesNPR Breaking News
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Media Monitor: Vaccine Newsletter Rebuts Claims on Military Injuries, Measles and Herd Immunity
Voices for Vaccines says claims of hidden military vaccine injuries, a mild measles threat and impossible herd immunity are unsupported, citing Defense Department data and public health research.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentMilitaryGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Voices for Vaccinesmeaslesherd immunityVAERSPete Hegsethmilitary vaccine injuriesDefense Medical Epidemiology DatabaseJust The Facts
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Census Bureau Releases Historical Time Series Data From 2024 Annual Integrated Economic Survey
Historical time series data from the 2024 Annual Integrated Economic Survey are now available through the Census Bureau's API and the St. Louis Fed's FRED database, offering consistent measures of business activity.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEconomyFederal GovernmentComputers and Internet U.S. Census BureauAnnual Integrated Economic Surveyeconomic datatime series databusiness activityFederal Reserve Bank of St. LouisAPI
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Media Monitor: CCDH Says U.S. Government Intensifying Push Against Its Founder
CCDH says the U.S. government is intensifying efforts to penalize its founder Imran Ahmed, and says its research found Grok generated three million sexualized images, including 23,000 of children.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMediaArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetSocial IssuesLegalFederal Government Center for Countering Digital HateImran AhmedGrokU.S. governmentsocial media algorithmsfreedom of expressionchild safetyThe Center for Countering Digital Hate