States establish deadline for SNAP recipients as new job requirements approach

Changes to SNAP Work Requirements in Tennessee Tennesseans who depend on SNAP food benefits will have to provide documentation to show they cannot meet new work requirements set by the Trump administration by October 31st. The updated rules apply to adults aged 18 to 64. Previously in Tennessee, individuals could maintain their benefits by participating […]
Santa Cruz River collaboration may establish Arizona’s first urban wildlife haven

New Partnership for Santa Cruz River National Urban Wildlife Reserve On Thursday, local and federal officials came together at Canoa Ranch in Green Valley to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This document formalizes a partnership aimed at establishing the Santa Cruz River National Urban Wildlife Reserve. This collaboration marks a significant development in Arizona, […]
Analyst Says Anti-ICE Marks on Bullet ‘Not Sufficient’ to Establish Motive

Analysis on the Dallas ICE Shooting CNN analyst Juliette Kayyam discussed the recent shooting at a Dallas ICE office, noting that the slogans found near the shooter were not enough to definitively indicate his motives. On Wednesday, two detainees were killed in the incident, with the gunman taking his own life. Brianna Keilar, co-host of […]
Memphis legal nonprofit and clergy aim to establish an immigration court monitoring program

Building an Immigration Court Oversight Program in Memphis In Memphis, a nonprofit law firm focused on immigration rights is collaborating with local religious leaders to create an oversight initiative for immigration courts. This effort aims to address the current practices by federal prosecutors who expedite deportations, often leading to immigrants being arrested during court hearings. […]
Alabama leaders commend choice to establish Space Command headquarters in Huntsville

The state’s leaders welcomed today’s announcement from the Trump administration that Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal has been selected as the permanent headquarters for the U.S. Space Command. This decision marks a significant step in enhancing the country’s defense strategy, with about 1,400 jobs related to the Space Command relocating to Redstone Arsenal over the next five […]
Alabama will establish a new manufacturing partnership involving three states, supported by three universities, governors, and utility companies.

Southeast States Form New Auto Manufacturing Partnership Georgia and Mississippi are teaming up with Alabama to establish a partnership aimed at enhancing automobile and battery manufacturing in the Southeast. This collaboration supports the University of Alabama, University of Georgia, and Mississippi State University, along with the governors from all three states, and electric utility companies […]
Loftis Steel & Aluminum is set to establish a modern facility creating 20 jobs in Decatur.

Loftis Steel & Aluminum Expands to Decatur, Alabama Loftis Steel & Aluminum, a family-owned steel manufacturer from Nashville, Tennessee, is making strides with a new high-tech facility in Decatur, investing $6.5 million. This expansion is expected to create 20 jobs in Limestone County, bolstering Alabama’s reputation in advanced manufacturing. Specializing in custom metal components for […]
Current drought compels states to establish new agreement for sharing Colorado River water

Yuma’s Dependence on Colorado River Water Yuma County in Arizona is often dubbed the nation’s “salad bowl,” largely thanks to its role in producing about 90% of the greens that Americans consume during the winter months. This agricultural hub covers more than 180,000 acres, but it’s important to note that it only receives about three […]
Regional Center for Border Health aims to establish a hospital in an underserved area of Arizona.

Phoenix – Update on Yuma Border Situation This week, ABC15 is revisiting a 48-hour report from Yuma in the Border Series that was first aired in March 2024. With many border areas historically having few illegal crossings, there’s been a focus on groups like the Border Health Center. They ran transition centers for asylum seekers […]
American Manufacturers Are Prepared to Establish U.S. Drone Leadership

Secretary of Defense’s Push for U.S. Drone Dominance Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s recent initiatives herald a significant shift in how the military approaches drone technology. This isn’t just about policy adjustments; it’s a clear sign that the Department of Defense is prioritizing innovation to strengthen national defense. Historically, the military engaged in a slow-moving […]