Washington D.C. Braces for Street Closures During National Women’s Half Marathon & 8K on Sunday
The National Women’s Half Marathon and 8K in D.C. will cause major road closures on Sunday, impacting traffic but celebrating diversity with 3,000 global runners.
$2.3 Million Federal Boost for Port of Columbia, LA to Strengthen Infrastructure and Jobs in Storm-Hit Region
The U.S. Commerce Department awards the Port of Columbia, Louisiana a $2.3 million grant for infrastructure to boost the economy and create a disaster staging area.
NASA Soars to New Heights with 13 Nominations at the Webby Awards, Celebrating Digital Excellence
NASA is nominated for 13 Webby Awards for their digital excellence, spanning areas like apps, social media, and virtual experiences. Voting for the People's Voice Awards is open until April 18.
Biden-Harris Admin Targets Industrial Emissions with $6B Boost for Net-Zero Transition, Affecting Over 20 States
The Biden-Harris Administration, with the DOE, announced a plan to invest $6 billion to decarbonize and strengthen U.S. industries while preserving union jobs.
Biden-Harris Administration Pumps $22 Million into Green Energy Siting and Permitting, Revolutionizing Local Planning Across Six States
The Biden-Harris Administration invests $22 million to improve renewable energy project permitting and siting, aiming for a clean electric sector by 2035 and a net-zero economy by 2050.
Experience DC Metro's Commute of Tomorrow: Interactive Fleet of the Future Expo Hits National Mall
Metro showcases next-generation trains and buses on the National Mall, offering the public a preview of future commutes and seeking feedback on the new designs.
Dominican Republic and U.S. Labor Department Sign Pact to Educate Workers on American Labor Laws
The Dominican Republic and the U.S. signed an agreement to educate Dominican workers in the U.S. on American labor laws, focusing on safety, wages, and hours.
U.S. Economy Adds 275,000 Jobs in February, Keeping Unemployment Steady at 3.9% Under Biden Administration
The U.S. job market added 275,000 jobs in February, maintaining an unemployment rate below 4% for two years, with the economy adding 14.9 million jobs under President Biden.
DOJ Launch Probe into Alaska Airlines' Midair Mishap as Boeing's Compliance Hits Turbulence
The DOJ has opened a criminal investigation into an Alaska Airlines incident where a plane's door panel blew off mid-flight, examining Boeing's compliance with a prior settlement.
Bipartisan $58.191 Billion Energy and Water Bill Set to Bolster US Infrastructures and Scientific Research
The FY2024 Energy and Water Development Appropriations Bill proposes $58.191 billion to enhance U.S. energy, water infrastructure, and scientific research.
Washington D.C. Sets Benchmark with Mandatory Salary Range Disclosure in Job Postings Starting June 2024
Washington, D.C. will require employers to disclose salary ranges in job listings by June 2024, aiming to increase pay transparency and equity for all workers in the district.