Churches challenge Homeland Security surveillance at Minneapolis church
A federal judge is weighing whether Homeland Security surveillance at a Minneapolis church violated a preliminary injunction protecting covered religious facilities.
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Federal Grants Send Nearly $25 Million to 132 Rural Hospitals
New federal awards will help 132 small rural hospitals retain clinicians and preserve essential services, but they do not eliminate longer-term access risks.
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What the latest mortgage-rate jump means for refinancing in 2026
Mortgage rates rose again on September 10. Here is how homeowners can weigh refinance costs, monthly savings, loan terms and time in the home.
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ACF awards $7.3 million to 10 states for foster-care prevention systems
Ten states will use one-time federal grants to build provider, referral and reimbursement systems for family-support services before foster-care removal.
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ACA Marketplace shoppers face tighter 2027 deadline and proposed rate hikes
Federal ACA shoppers will have less time to enroll for 2027 as insurers propose higher rates and enhanced premium tax credits remain expired.
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NLRB Adds Five Judges as Labor Case Backlog Persists
The NLRB appointed five administrative law judges, restoring its corps to 30 as workers, unions and employers await decisions in a strained system.
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Missouri election map remains caught between court orders
Missouri’s congressional map remains unsettled after state and federal courts issued conflicting orders before the November 3 election.
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U.S. Hotels Extend Growth Streak, but Labor Day Skews Results
U.S. hotels posted a 21st straight week of year-over-year growth, but Labor Day timing made the latest 16.1% RevPAR gain unusually favorable.
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Dompé agrees to pay $32 million over Medicare co-pay allegations
Dompé will pay $32 million plus interest to resolve DOJ allegations involving foundation-funded Medicare co-pays for its Oxervate eye treatment.
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FTA awards $166 million to replace aging railcars
Federal grants will support future railcar replacements in Pittsburgh, Dallas and the Philadelphia region, but riders should not expect immediate service changes.
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Fourth Circuit Sets Sept. 15 Deadline in FCC Political Ad-Rate Fight
The Fourth Circuit accelerated a mandamus case over discounted political broadcast rates, but its Sept. 9 order did not decide the dispute.
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House Oversight to weigh contempt resolution against Leon Black
House Oversight will weigh a resolution recommending contempt for Leon Black after the committee says he skipped a deposition and withheld documents.
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Library of Congress Puts 484 9/11 Oral Histories Online
The Library of Congress has made 484 first-hand 9/11 oral-history interviews remotely searchable, with transcripts and thematic compilations available online.
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Waller leaves Fed’s September rate decision unusually open
Mixed August inflation data, Waller’s conditional stance and a prior Fed split leave the September 15-16 decision open, with borrowing costs in focus.
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USOPC Names 29-Athlete Team for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
The USOPC named 29 athletes in 12 sports for Dakar 2026, scheduled for Oct. 31-Nov. 13 as the first Olympic sporting event held on African soil.
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NFL, NFLPA Start Three-Strike System for Dangerous Plays
The NFL and NFLPA now combine five safety violations toward a one-game suspension, while adding fine refunds, coach meetings, club penalties and appeals.
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FCC expands equipment-security rules and marketplace FCC ID duties
A new FCC rule targets certain Covered List components and phases in online FCC ID requirements for many certified wireless devices in 2027.
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BOP Rule Changes When Federal Prisoners Can Earn FSA Credits
A Bureau of Prisons interim rule taking effect September 30 lets eligible federal prisoners earn First Step Act credits after sentencing custody begins.
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Chime Agrees to Buy Stride Bank Parent for $590 Million
Chime agreed to buy the parent of Stride Bank for $590 million, but federal approvals are still required before the proposed deal can close.
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USPS Lists Possible Mail Delays in Several Regions
USPS lists possible mail and package delays in Hawaii, the Southwest, Southern California and the Mid-South. Here is how to check local service and tracking.
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2026 Park Fee Changes: What September 17 Visitors Need to Know
The next federal fee-free date is September 17, but 2026 rules limit free admission to U.S. citizens and residents and add fees at 11 major parks.
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GAO Says FEMA’s National Risk Index Needs Better Guidance
A September 10 GAO report says FEMA’s National Risk Index needs clearer user guidance, more consistent testing and a formal feedback process.