Conversion from Analog to Digital-TV-Feb. 17, 2009

On Feb. 17, 2009, all full-power TV stations will cease to broadcast analog programming. This transition to digital television will enable more efficient use of the nation's airwaves, providing new advanced wireless services and increased public safety services. To mark this historic transition, the Census Bureau has assembled a sampling of statistics from its publications about television and the television industry.Conversion from Analog to Digital-TV-Feb. 17, 2009

HUD Announces Disaster Assistance For Iowa Storm Victims

Foreclosure protection offered to displaced families in Butler County
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IRS Accepting Applications for Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Grants

National Taxpayer Advocate Nina E. Olson announced today that the 2009 Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) grant application process is now open.
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FEMA Announces $27.2 Million Available for National Preparedness Training Initiatives

The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today it is making $27.2 million available to state, local, tribal and territorial governments; national associations, non-profits, higher education institutions and the private sector as part of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 Competitive Training Grant Program (CTGP). 
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Free workshops in June for auto body repair

Next month, on June 4 and 5, 2008, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and its state and local partners will offer free seminars in Washington, DC and Baltimore, Md. to educate the auto body repair community on the latest environmental regulations affecting their businesses. The workshop will also include demonstrations in best practices by an experienced auto finisher, as well as offer pollution prevention techniques that will save time and reduce waste.

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For Newlyweds: Starting a Household on Solid Ground Financially

For newlyweds, the first big financial decisions go beyond how to pay for the honeymoon and how to invest all those checks. They also involve starting a new household on solid ground financially. "Financial incompatibility is a primary reason for a significant number of failed marriages," said Lee Bowman, National Coordinator for Community Affairs.
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Major Depressive Episode among Youths Aged 12 to 17, The NSDUH Reports

Female youth were more than twice as likely as males to have experienced a major depressive episode in the past year (12.7% vs. 4.6%).
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Scam E-Mails Seek Donations to Help Chinese Earthquake Victims

The FBI is asking people to beware of e-mails claiming to be raising money to help victims of the recent earthquake in China. Tragic incidents such as 9/11, Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the Minnesota Bridge collapse, and the Virginia Tech shootings have all prompted individuals with criminal intent to solicit contributions for a charitable organization and/or a good cause. Some of the Chinese earthquake scam messages claim to be offering free vacation trips to the largest donors and even use fake logos of legitimate online pay services to fool people. Scam E-Mails Seek Donations to Help Chinese Earthquake Victims

Renting a Car for the Memorial Day Weekend?

I.I.I. Warns Consumers to Double-Check Coverage; Hidden Administrative Fees and Other Charges Could Add Up If Not Properly Insured. Renting a Car for the Memorial Day Weekend?

Love and Weddings Are in the Air: U.S. Postal Service to Release New Wedding Stamps

Love and marriage. They go together like, well, you know the rhyme. But you may not know the U.S. Postal Service will release three new love and wedding-themed stamps on June 10. In denominations of 42 and 59 cents, these new stamps add both elegance and whimsy to cherished correspondence. Love and Weddings Are in the Air: U.S. Postal Service to Release New Wedding Stamps

Show Your Postal Carrier Some Love During National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 18-24

Dog owners across America are being asked to show their letter carriers some love by making sure their pets are in separate rooms with closed doors before accepting mail from a carrier at their front doors. Last year, more than 3,000 city and rural carriers were attacked by dogs across the United States -including 103 city and rural carriers from the Houston metro area alone. Show Your Postal Carrier Some Love, National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 18-24

California Anti-Smoking TV Commercials Contest: Winning Commercial to Debut during "American Idol"

With this contest, we invited Californians to add their talents to the state's long history of effective anti-tobacco television ads that helped reduce smoking in our state by more than 30 percent," said Horton.  "All Californians should be proud of the creativity, commitment and enthusiasm reflected in the Be A Reel Hero entries. California Anti-Smoking TV Commercials Contest: Winning Commercial to Debut during "American Idol"

Most Popular Baby Names for 2007 Announced

Emily has topped the list since 1996.  Jacob has done so since 1999.  Elizabeth returns to the top ten after a two year absence. Elvis Rises to Number 676. Most Popular Baby Names for 2007 Announced

 

Eating Disorders Study: Group Parent Training, Recruiting Participants

While parents are considered essential for the effective treatment of adolescents with anorexia nervosa, the most effective manner to involve parents in treatment is unknown. Eating Disorders: Group Parent Training, Recruiting Participants

Economic Stimulus Rebate Scam Warning

The Federal Bureau of Investigation warns consumers of recently reported spam e-mail purportedly from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) which is actually an attempt to steal consumer information. The e-mail advises the recipient that direct deposit is the fastest and easiest way to receive their economic stimulus tax rebate. Economic Stimulus Checks Scam Warning

Economic Stimulus Payments: IRS Has Answers to Your Economic Stimulus Questions

As millions of Americans begin receiving their economic stimulus payments, the Internal Revenue Service released a list of the most-frequently-asked questions and answers that people now are asking. Economic Stimulus Payments: IRS Has Answers to Your Economic Stimulus Questions

Doctor Busted For Homicide Following Pharmaceutical Investigation

RIVERSIDE--Following a ten-month investigation, California Department of Justice special agents today arrested Dr. Wesley Albert, 78, in Lake Elsinore for writing large quantities of prescription drugs which led to an individual's death in Riverside last year.Doctor Busted For Homicide Following Pharmaceutical Investigation

Burma Travel Warning Issued to American Citizens

This Travel Warning is being issued to inform American citizens of the destruction caused to Burma by Cyclone Nargis from May 2-3, 2008.  The Department of State has authorized the departure from Burma of non-emergency American citizen employees of U.S. Embassy Rangoon and eligible family members.  American citizens in cyclone-affected areas should strongly consider departing Burma on commercially available flights.  American citizens outside of Burma should defer non-essential travel to Burma at this time. Burma Travel Warning Issued to American Citizens

Foreclosure Mortgage Rescue Scam: FTC Files Charges

The Federal Trade Commission has charged Foreclosure Solutions, LLC and Timothy A. Buckley with operating a nationwide mortgage foreclosure "rescue" scam that charged consumers as much as $1,200 to save their homes from foreclosure but failed to do so. The FTC seeks to bar them from further law violations and make them forfeit their ill-gotten gains. Foreclosure Mortgage Rescue Scam: FTC Files Charges

Economic Stimulus Payments on the Way; Some People Will See Direct Deposit

The Internal Revenue Service has begun to transfer economic stimulus payments to millions of Americans, some of whom will see payments in their bank accounts as early as today. Economic Stimulus Payments on the Way; Some People Will See Direct Deposit