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Lumbee Tribe receives federal recognition from U.S. Department of Interior

The Department of the Interior has officially added the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina to its list of federally recognized tribes.


HUD clears Texas agency in disaster fund discrimination probe

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has concluded its civil rights investigation into the Texas General Land Office’s (GLO) distribution of disaster mitigation funds.


FT correspondent: Ford ‘held talks with China’s Xiaomi' on US electric vehicle joint venture

Ford is reportedly in early talks with China's Xiaomi for a joint venture to produce electric vehicles in the United States.


Cedar Rapids man sentenced for PPP fraud and prior violent offenses

A Cedar Rapids man has been sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison for laundering funds obtained through a fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Trump's strategy on acquiring Greenland for military advantage

Restoration News Media discusses former President Trump's plan to acquire Greenland from Denmark, emphasizing military and resource benefits against global adversaries.


Abortion trends analyzed amid personal stories and statistical reports

An article published by Restoration News details Toni McFadden's personal journey following an abortion experience during her teenage years.


Former basketball coach pleads guilty to sending explicit photos to students

A former high school basketball coach in the St. Louis area has pleaded guilty to attempting to receive child pornography after admitting he sent sexually explicit photos and messages to students.


American Stewards of liberty director on Colorado wolves: ESA an 'outdated and ineffective tool for federal overreach'

The American Stewards of Liberty has released a film critiquing Colorado's gray wolf reintroduction efforts under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).


FTC announces virtual workshop on impact of noncompete agreements

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will hold a virtual workshop focused on employee noncompete agreements, due to expected inclement weather.


FTC announces virtual workshop on employee noncompete agreements

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will hold a virtual workshop on employee noncompete agreements on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 1:00 pm Eastern Time.


Age Verification Workshop moves online due to weather concerns

The Age Verification Workshop, initially planned as an in-person event, will now be held virtually due to expected severe weather.


FTC settlement bans Growth Cave leaders from business opportunity sales

Defendants associated with Growth Cave, including its co-CEOs, have been permanently barred from marketing and selling business opportunities and credit repair programs following a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).


Federal Trade Commission prepares for National Consumer Protection Week with outreach webinar

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will lead National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), which takes place from March 1 to March 7 this year.


Federal court shuts down trucking investment scheme after FTC lawsuit

A federal district court has permanently halted the operations of RivX, a business accused of defrauding consumers through deceptive trucking investment opportunities.


FTC requires Sevita Health to divest over 100 facilities amid BrightSpring merger

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has required Sevita Health to divest more than 100 healthcare facilities as a condition for approving its proposed $835 million acquisition of BrightSpring Health Services, Inc.’s community living business.


FTC invites libraries to join National Consumer Protection Week activities

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) 2026 will take place from March 1 to March 7.


FTC submits draft negative option rule update for OMB review

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has submitted a draft Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) related to its Rule Concerning the Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans, also known as the Negative Option Rule, to the Office of...


Senate Foreign Relations Committee announces two subcommittee hearings for early February

This week, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will hold two subcommittee hearings in Washington.


Albuquerque man charged with possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material

An Albuquerque resident, Julian Alcantar Rodriguez, 35, has been charged in federal court with possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material.


Senate committee examines impact of Trump administration policies on electricity prices

Last week, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich of New Mexico, who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, convened a roundtable to address the impact of Trump Administration policies on American electricity bills.