FTC Testifies on Spyware

The Federal Trade Commission today told the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation that legislation authorizing the Commission to seek civil penalties in spyware cases could add a potent remedy to those otherwise available to the Commission. FTC Testifies on Spyware

Updated SAMHSA Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs Now Available

A new, updated guide to finding local substance abuse treatment programs is now available from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).   National Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs 2008 provides information on thousands of alcohol and drug treatment programs located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and five U.S. territories.  Updated SAMHSA Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs Now Available

Suicide Prevention Grants: SAMHSA Accepting Grant Applications

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Mental Health Services, is accepting applications for fiscal year (FY) 2008 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Crisis Center Follow-Up grants. Suicide Prevention Grants: SAMHSA Accepting Grant Applications

Student Financial Assistance Program Webinar June 17

This letter announces a live Internet briefing, to be conducted by Department of Education student aid policy staff, on recent changes made to the Title IV federal student financial assistance programs. Student Financial Assistance Program Webinar June 17

Prescription Drug Abuse: California Launches Online Technology To Fight Prescription Drug Abuse

Prescription Drug Abuse: California Launch Online Technology To Fight Prescription Drug Abuse
California Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced a plan to create an online prescription drug database so that authorized doctors and pharmacies can stop drug dealers and addicts who collect dangerous narcotics from multiple doctors.

CRIME STATISTICS 2007, The FBI Reports

So far, so good. The preliminary Crime in the United States statistics for 2007 show that the number of violent crimes and property crimes nationwide both fell during the year.  CRIME STATISTICS 2007, The FBI Reports

June is Cancer Survivorship Month

In June we focus attention on the needs of cancer survivors. As the population of cancer survivors continues to increase, CDC is working with national, state, and local partners to create and implement strategies to help the millions of people in the US who live with, through, and beyond cancer.
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Online Training Program for Exporters

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry (BIS) today unveiled additional training modules to complete its series on the basics of export control available at the BIS Online Training Room training room.  More than twenty thousand visitors have viewed one or more of the initial group of modules since the training room was unveiled in March.
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Michigan's Free Fishing Weekend Slated for June 7-8

Michigan's annual Summer Free Fishing Weekend has been scheduled for June 7-8, the Department of Natural Resources announced today. For these two days only, residents and non-residents alike can fish without purchasing a fishing license, though all other regulations that govern fishing in Michigan still apply
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Online Training Program for Exporters

The U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry (BIS) today unveiled additional training modules to complete its series on the basics of export control available at the BIS Online Training Room training room.  More than twenty thousand visitors have viewed one or more of the initial group of modules since the training room was unveiled in March.  Online Training Program for Exporters

Lebanon Travel Warning Issued to U.S. Citizens

This Travel Warning updates information on security threats and ongoing political violence in Lebanon and informs U.S. citizens of current safety and security concerns.  The Department of State continues to urge that Americans avoid all travel to Lebanon.  Americans who live and work in Lebanon presently should understand that they are accepting risks in remaining and should carefully consider those risks.  This supersedes the Travel Warning for Lebanon issued on May 19, 2008.
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Internet Loan Scams: Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance Issues Warning

The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance is issuing a warning of yet another scam targeting consumers who use Internet-based companies to borrow money. This time, a company calling itself Penbrook Financial Group, which lists its address as 6910 Pacific Street, Omaha, NE, offers personal loans to consumers and requires up-front "collateral payments" in advance of funding a loan.
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Hurricane Season Begins June 1st: CPSC Urges Consumers to Prepare for Dangers After the Storm

June 1st marks the start of hurricane season. As you put your hurricane plan in place to protect your family and your home, CPSC is urging consumers to include a plan for after the storm.
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Exploitation of Adobe Flash Vulnerability Alert

A vulnerability that affects Adobe Flash Player is being actively exploited to install malicious software. Exploitation of Adobe Flash Vulnerability Cyber Alert

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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