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Verizon Wants FCC to Lift Mobile Phone Unlocking Mandate

Unlocking: Verizon on Monday asked the FCC to waive a regulation that requires it to unlock mobile phones within 60 days. The FCC imposed the mandate first when Verizon acquired 700 MHz spectrum in 2007 and again when the communications giant acquired  …

Commissioner Sees Broader Implications In Court Decision Limiting Potential FCC Weaponization.

Commissioner Anna Gomez says it’s “a shame” that the Fifth Circuit has struck down the rules requiring radio and television stations collect and submit data about their employees to the Federal Communications Commission. She cast one of the three votes in …

Michigan doesn't have toll roads. MDOT message boards warn of text scams

MDOT is using highway message boards to warn drivers about toll text scams. Michigan does not have toll roads, but scammers are sending texts en masse hoping some people will fall for money demands. The FTC advises people to not click on links in or …

SALT write-off, Harvard tax, Medicaid cuts: What's in Trump's bill

House Republicans narrowly passed President Donald Trump's economic package after a series of all-night negotiations and 11th-hour compromises. The legislation now heads to the Senate where lawmakers are looking to make their own stamp on the bill. The …

Trump Administration Announces New Enforcement Efforts Targeted at DEI

This week, the Trump administration escalated its enforcement strategy for ending unlawful Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the private sector[1] Consistent with the policy objectives stated in Executive Order (EO) 14173, Ending Illegal …

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap – Week of May 19, 2025

Here’s a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week: Appropriations On Tuesday, May 20, the Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies held a budget hearing called "Department of the Interior." Interior …

Supreme Court: President Can Fire Federal Executives Without Cause

In a 6-3 split, the U.S. Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a win Thursday, saying he can fire federal executives who exercise power on his behalf without cause. Trump removed Gwynne Wilcox, who was a member of the National Labor Relations Board ( …

FCC chairman celebrates court loss in case over Biden-era diversity rule

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr celebrated an FCC court loss yesterday after a ruling that struck down Biden-era diversity reporting requirements that Carr voted against while Democrats were in charge. "An appellate court just …

FCC Report: 94 Percent of Locations Have Broadband Access

WASHINGTON, May 20, 2025 – As of June 2024, about 94 percent of homes and businesses had access to broadband through at least one provider, according to a new report from the Federal Communications Commission. The agency released Friday its Internet Access …

FCC hails emissions success in first ESG report

Sick of spam calls? In Connecticut, you’re not alone

Support trusted journalism in Connecticut. Join CT Mirror’s members today and make an impact. Connecticut residents do not take kindly to spam robocalls. Connecticut has the second-highest rate of active registrations in the National Do Not Call Registry …

FCC Greenlights Verizon’s $20 Billion Acquisition of Frontier Communications

On May 16, the Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau approved Verizon Communications Inc.'s (NYSE:VZ) $20 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications (NASDAQ:FYBR), which granted the necessary license and authorization …

EXCLUSIVE: Massive Telecom Merger Champions Workers In A Way Biden Admin Never Could, FCC Chair Says

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) greenlit Verizon’s $20 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications on Friday — but only after Chairman Brendan Carr insisted on a slate of labor protections he said there was “no way” the Biden administration …

Steve Savard is returning to St. Louis minus job; KFNS set to become KLIS: Media Views

Steve Savard is heading home. But unlike the last time he moved back to St. Louis, where he grew up, he doesn’t have a job lined up. Savard made his last homecoming in 1994, when KMOV (Channel 4) hired him as a sportscaster after working his way up at …

FCC urges gender equity in Canada’s agriculture sector

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is calling for gender equity and greater participation of women in all aspects of farming in Canadian agriculture in its latest report. In Breaking barriers: Women in Canadian agriculture, FCC estimates that achieving revenue …

Verizon drops DEI, wins FCC approval for US$20B Frontier acquisition

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Wireline Competition Bureau has approved Verizon’s US$20 billion acquisition of American internet and voice services provider Frontier Communications. Frontier, which has a substantial fibre optic network, …

Court Blocks FCC Gender/Race Data Collection

Broadcasters won’t be required to report employee demographic data to the FCC after all. A three-judge panel of a federal appeals court in Texas on Monday unanimously vacated last year’s order. The commission is not expected to appeal. Starting in 1970 the …

Let’s Get the Ball Rolling on FCC Deregulation

Charles Anderson weighs in on worthy "Delete, Delete, Delete" proposals In this guest commentary, the author responds to the article “SBE Proposes Easing FCC’s FM Interference Rules” and its related story “Radio Seizes the Moment to Push for FCC …

How to watch 2025 Indy 500 Race: Start time, date, TV channel, streaming

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 will be broadcast live on FOX, with exciting events throughout the month of May. Keep reading for key details, including race dates, start times, TV channels and …

Washington DC International Advisory Firm Establishes Presence in South Africa

GPS Moves to Offer Legal/Lobbying/Business Advisory Services to African Governments & Private Sector Markets WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Political Solutions ™ LLC (GPS) a Washington, …

Congressional Breakfast: Peace and Cooperation Unites Global Leaders to Champion Moral Leadership and Peacebuilding

Peace and Cooperation emerged as a vital high-level forum convening key voices in international politics WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid escalating geopolitical tensions and humanitarian crises— …

RMPStudio™ Announces New Book in 2025, 'The Ambassador: Two Hats. Two Presidents.' by Ambassador Carmen G. Cantor (Ret)

A Pioneering memoir by U.S. Ambassador Carmen G. Cantor (Ret.) highlights her journey from Puerto Rico to the global stage, bridging diplomacy, and leadership. EASTON, PA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RMPStudio™, a leader in …

Orlando Dentist Dr. Cuong T. Phan Now VA-Certified to Provide Dental Care to Eligible Veterans

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veterans in Central Florida now have expanded access to dental care as Dr. Cuong T. Phan of Phan-tastic Smiles has officially received certification from the U.S. Department of …

Victory Tax Lawyers Analyze 2024 U.S. Tax Debt Trends in New Report

Tax gap reaches $696B as IRS resumes collections. Victory Tax Lawyers highlight relief programs and the dangers of self-representation. CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The top tax law firm Victory Tax Lawyers presented …

Williams Asset Management Named One of Baltimore Business Journal’s 2025 Best Places to Work

COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Williams Asset Management is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of the Baltimore Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for 2025, marking the firm’s first-ever …

Five Individuals Indicted in Insider Trading Scheme

Five individuals were charged in a 19-count indictment yesterday for their participation in a scheme to trade securities on the basis of material nonpublic information about the merger between two companies that resulted in profits of over $600,000. …

Hawaii Woman Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud and Tax Fraud

A Hawaii woman pleaded guilty yesterday to defrauding her mortgage lender and conspiring to defraud the IRS by fraudulently obtaining a tax refund and then thwarting the IRS’ efforts to recoup it. The following is according to court documents and …

Founder of Haitian Orphanage Sentenced to 210 Years in Prison for Sexually Abusing Boys in his Care

A Colorado man was sentenced today to 210 years in prison for sexually abusing numerous children at the orphanage he founded and directed in Haiti. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Michael Karl Geilenfeld, 73, most recently of …

Former President of Asphalt Paving Company Sentenced to Prison for Bid Rigging

Note, the press release headline has been updated and a quote has been included from the U.S. Postal Service Inspector General. A former senior executive of a Michigan asphalt paving company was sentenced yesterday to six months in prison and a $500,000 …

From Galveston to the Gala: SF Bay View Unveils a Juneteenth Fashion Manifesto by Prison Artist C‑Note

Wearable Liberation Meets the Met Gala’s “Tailoring Black Style” Spotlight—A Bay‑Area Exclusive SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The San Francisco Bay View National Black Newspaper has published “Juneteenth  …

Main Street Economics Urges President Trump to Lead on National Debt Crisis

We Must Act Now, and We Must Act Boldly. The Time for Truth and Courage is Here.” – Les Rubin WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the United States hurtles toward an unsustainable fiscal future, Main Street …

TravelingWiki CEO Jonathan Sutter Named Among Top Global Duke Alumni Leaders (Alongside Tim Cook, Melinda Gates, Nixon)

Jonathan Sutter named by Microsoft's Bing alongside Tim Cook, Melinda French Gates and Richard Nixon as "most successful (Duke) alumni" DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading into the Memorial Day …

Council Backs District Improvement Financing for Roxbury

The Council adopted a resolution to formally support the Roxbury District Improvement Financing (DIF) to be utilized in Roxbury - a move aimed at driving long-term, community-rooted investment in affordable housing, small business growth, arts and culture, …

Mayor Michelle Wu and Superintendent Mary Skipper Announce Independent Investigation Into School Transportation Safety

Mintz Attorney Natashia Tidwell will lead independent review of safety measures under the Boston Public Schools contract with Transdev, following the death of kindergartener Lens A. Joseph Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent …

Boston EMS Week: We Care. For Everyone.

This week, the Council adopted a resolution proudly recognizing Boston Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, honoring the extraordinary dedication and courage of the men and women who respond to medical emergencies across our city every day. Designated by …

Honoring Fallen Heroes and Gold Star Families on Memorial Day

As Memorial Day approaches, the Council pays tribute to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to our nation. This solemn day of remembrance, observed on the last Monday in May, is a time to reflect on their …

May 23 Traffic Advisory

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on …

Mayor Wu and the Office of Returning Citizens Announce $900,000 in Grants to Support Reentry

Today, Mayor Michelle Wu, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Returning Citizens (ORC), announced the award of over $900,000 to community organizations through two grant programs funded through the City’s annual operating budget that will provide …

Mayor Wu, City of Boston Break Ground on New EMS Station Along South Boston Waterfront

New $16 Million Facility Enhances Public Safety and Emergency Medical Response In The Area Friday, May 23, 2025 – Today, Mayor Michelle Wu joined Boston Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the Boston Public Health Commission, and the Public Facilities …